GRAN'S DATE BARS

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This is one of my favorite recipes handed down from my grandmother; hands down it makes the best date bar that I have ever had. Enjoy!

Provided by cherie

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Bar Cookie Recipes

Time 48m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces dates, chopped
½ cup water
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups rolled oats
1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
½ cup chopped walnuts
¾ teaspoon salt
¾ teaspoon baking soda
¾ cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring dates and water to a boil in a saucepan over medium heat. Reduce heat; simmer and stir until thick, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla extract.
  • Combine oats, flour, brown sugar, walnuts, salt, and baking soda in a large bowl. Add melted butter; mix until blended.
  • Pour 2/3 of the oat mixture into an 8-inch square baking dish, pressing over the bottom and sides. Spread the date mixture over the oats; crumble remaining oat mixture evenly on top. Press down lightly.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.5 calories, Carbohydrate 38.6 g, Cholesterol 22.9 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 234.4 mg, Sugar 22.5 g

DkingProductions
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These date bars are the perfect addition to a lunch box. They're healthy, filling, and delicious.


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I'm so glad I found this recipe for date bars. They're so easy to make and they're a delicious and healthy snack.


Peter Christian
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These date bars are the perfect snack for a hike or a bike ride. They're portable and they're packed with energy.


Friessein
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I love the texture of these date bars. They're chewy and crunchy at the same time. They're also really moist and flavorful.


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These date bars are a great way to use up leftover dates. I always have a few dates left over after making a smoothie or a salad and these date bars are the perfect way to use them up.


Ffg Ggg
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I made these date bars with my kids and they had a blast. It's a great way to get kids involved in the kitchen and it's also a fun way to teach them about healthy eating.


Hamza Damba
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These date bars are the perfect treat for a sweet tooth. They're not too sweet and they're really satisfying. I love to eat them with a cup of coffee or tea.


Shrook Ahmed
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I'm always looking for new and healthy snack recipes and these date bars fit the bill perfectly. They're so easy to make and they're a great way to get my daily dose of fruits and nuts.


Antora Bosu
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These date bars are the perfect make-ahead snack. I love to make a batch on the weekend and then have them on hand for the week. They're also great for packing in lunches.


Nadeem Kashif
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I love that these date bars are made with whole ingredients. I know exactly what's in them and I can feel good about feeding them to my family.


Mercy Mueni
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I've made these date bars several times and they always turn out great. They're so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family and friends.


Nick Rye
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These date bars are the perfect healthy snack. They're made with all-natural ingredients and they're packed with fiber and nutrients. I love to eat them for breakfast or as a snack in the afternoon.


Ajmal Haider
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I'm not a big fan of dates, but I really enjoyed these date bars. The sweetness of the dates is balanced out by the oats and walnuts. They're also really filling and satisfying.


Kakembo Abdallah
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I made these date bars for a party and they were a hit! Everyone loved them. They're so easy to make and they're a great way to use up leftover dates.


Jose Penaloza
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These date bars are absolutely delicious! The combination of sweet dates, chewy oats, and crunchy walnuts is perfect. I will definitely be making these again.