Best 3 Date Squares Gluten Free Recipes
If you're looking for a delicious and gluten-free dessert, date squares are an ideal treat. Not only are they chewy, gooey, and sweet, but they're also relatively easy to make. With a few pantry staples and a little bit of time, you can create a batch of these classic Canadian treats that are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
GRAMMA'S DATE SQUARES
A date filled bar with a chewy oatmeal crust. This is my grandmother's recipe, which my whole family loves.
Provided by Mai Forrester
Categories Desserts Cookies International Cookie Recipes Canadian Cookie Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, combine oats, pastry flour, salt, 1 cup brown sugar, and baking soda. Mix in the butter until crumbly. Press half of the mixture into the bottom of a 9 inch square baking pan.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the dates, water, and 1/3 cup brown sugar. Bring to a boil, and cook until thickened. Stir in lemon juice, and remove from heat. Spread the filling over the base, and pat the remaining crumb mixture on top.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes in preheated oven, or until top is lightly toasted. Cool before cutting into squares.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 363.1 calories, Carbohydrate 63.7 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 217.4 mg, Sugar 41.8 g
DATE SQUARES (GLUTEN FREE)
Make and share this Date Squares (Gluten Free) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by UmmBinat
Categories Dessert
Time 1h
Yield 1 pan, 20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat Oven to 350°F.
- Mix and cook filling ingredients over low heat until semi thick.
- Cool.
- Mix all dough ingredients together and press ¾ of mixture into bottom of greased 9x9inch pan.
- Spread the filling over top.
- Sprinkle the rest of the dough mixture over filling.
- Bake in preheated oven until top is golden (approx. 25 minutes).
- Cool & cut into squares.
- Enjoy.
MIMI'S DATE SQUARES (GLUTEN FREE)
This recipe was given to me by my mother. It was her mother's recipe. I converted it to be gluten free. I get rave reviews on these, and people say it's the best date squares they've ever had. If you don't need them to be gluten free, the original recipe calls for 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose (regular) flour. Just omit the rice flour, starch and xanthan gum. Also, you can use regular (not gluten free) oats if you don't need them to be gluten free. If you have a favourite gluten free flour mix, you can use 1 1/2 cups of that instead of the rice flour and starch (omit the xanthan gum if your mix already has it).
Provided by threehappypenguins
Categories Dessert
Time 45m
Yield 16 squares
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the dates, hot water, sugar and salt.
- Cook on medium heat until dates are soft, and water is absorbed. Add vanilla and let cool.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the rice flour, starch, xanthan gum, and baking soda.
- Stir in oats and brown sugar into the flour mixture, and mix well.
- Work butter into flour mixture until crumbly. I treat it like I'm making pie crust. You can use a pastry cutter, two butter knifes, or your fingers. Whichever method you prefer. I like to make a snapping motion on the butter cubes in the flour with my fingers.
- Spread half of the oat crumble evenly into a greased square (such as an 8x8 or a 9x9) pan, and press down.
- Spread the date mixture evenly on top (the mixture can still be warm, but it musn't be scorching hot).
- Take the rest of the oat mixture and crumble it evenly on top of the date mixture. Do not press down.
- Bake at 350 F for 20-25 minutes until lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 352.8, Fat 12.4, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 30.5, Sodium 185.3, Carbohydrate 61, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 41.3, Protein 2.6
Tips:
- Use high-quality gluten-free flour: Not all gluten-free flours are created equal. Some are gritty or have a strange taste. Look for a gluten-free flour that is finely milled and has a neutral flavor.
- Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing the dough will make the date squares tough. Mix the dough just until it comes together.
- Chill the dough before baking: Chilling the dough will help it to hold its shape better and prevent it from spreading too much in the oven.
- Bake the date squares until they are golden brown: The date squares are done baking when they are golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the date squares to cool completely before cutting them: The date squares will be easier to cut and will hold their shape better if you allow them to cool completely before cutting them.
Conclusion:
Date squares are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of date squares that are perfect for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a sweet snack, a dessert to serve at your next party, or a gift to give to a loved one, date squares are a great option.
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