DATE BARS FROM THE PAST

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Remember those wonderful date bars that you could make from a mix? I grew up eating these every chance I got. And now this mix is no where to be found. I found the recipe. If this isn't recipe isn't the same recipe, the results are just as wonderful!

Provided by Diane Atherton

Categories     Other Snacks

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 11

INGREDIENTS FOR CRUMB CRUST
1 c brown sugar, firmly packed
1 c margarine or butter, softened or slightly melted
1 3/4 c all purpose flour, or wheat flour
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 1/2 c cup quick cooking oats
INGREDIENTS FOR DATE FILLING
3 c dates, chopped
1/4 c sugar
1 1/2 c water

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • 2. Prepare Date Filling: Cook dates, 1/4 cup sugar and water over low heat about 10 minutes; stirring constantly, until thickened; set aside to cool
  • 3. Grease 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan. Mix brown sugar and margarine; mix in remaining ingredients until crumbly. Press ½ of the crumb mixture evenly in bottom of pan. Spread with Date Filling. Top with remaining crumb mixture; press lightly.
  • 4. Bake 25 to 35 minutes or until light brown; cool slightly. Cut into 2 x 1½-inch bars.

Fikiswa Nokubonga
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These date bars are a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth without feeling guilty. They're made with healthy ingredients and are naturally sweetened with dates.


Darlington Nnamdi Ezeobi
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I wasn't sure how these date bars would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. They're chewy and moist, with a great flavor. I'll definitely be making them again.


Malik Zafar
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These date bars are a delicious and nutritious snack. They're perfect for packing in lunches or taking on hikes. I also like that they're made with natural ingredients.


Uttam Tolangi
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to follow and doesn't require any special ingredients. The date bars turned out perfectly and were a big hit with my family.


Seletha Williams
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These date bars are a great way to use up leftover dates. They're also a nice change from the usual cookies and brownies. I'll definitely be making these again soon.


Tianna Jones
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These date bars are a delicious and healthy snack. I love that they're made with wholesome ingredients and that they're naturally sweetened with dates. They're also really easy to make, which is a bonus.


Sandy Elmasery
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I've never been a big fan of date bars, but these ones changed my mind. They're so moist and flavorful, and the oat topping is the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making these again.


Michelle Estrada
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These date bars are the perfect combination of sweet and chewy. I love the addition of walnuts, which gives them a nice crunchy texture. I also appreciate that the recipe uses natural ingredients, so I can feel good about feeding them to my family.


DULI BEGAM
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy these date bars were to make. I had them in the oven in no time. The hardest part was waiting for them to cool before I could dig in!


Sajawal Khan
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These date bars were a hit with my family! The kids loved the sweet and chewy texture, while the adults appreciated the wholesome ingredients. I'll definitely be making these again soon.


i01z. Abod
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I've tried many date bar recipes over the years, but this one is by far my favorite. The dates provide a natural sweetness that pairs perfectly with the nutty flavor of the oats. The bars are also incredibly moist and chewy, thanks to the addition of


Gladys Athenicious
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These date bars are a delightful treat that takes me back to my childhood. The combination of sweet dates, chewy oats, and crunchy nuts is simply irresistible. I love the simplicity of the recipe and how easy it is to make. They're the perfect grab-a