OATMEAL BARS WITH DATES AND WALNUTS

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These fruit-and-nut bars are like soft granola bars; they make a hearty and delicious addition to a lunch box.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Yield Makes 2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 3/4 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
3/4 cup whole-wheat flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon allspice
2 cups packed light-brown sugar
3/4 tablespoons (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
3 large eggs
2 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups walnuts (5 1/2 ounces), toasted and chopped
1 cup dates (5 ounces), pitted and chopped
Vegetable-oil cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Stir together ground oats, flour, 1 cup whole oats, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and allspice in a large bowl; set aside.
  • Put brown sugar and butter in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Beat on medium speed until pale and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Mix in eggs and vanilla, scraping down sides of bowl as needed.Reduce speed to low. Add oat mixture, and mix until just combined. Mix in walnuts and dates.
  • Coat a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Spread batter evenly in dish. Scatter remaining 1/2 cup whole oats over top. Bake until golden and a cake tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 35 minutes. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack; cut into bars.

Zain Jee
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These bars are the perfect way to start my day. They're filling and give me energy, and they taste great too.


Okao emmanuel
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. These oatmeal bars are now one of my favorite healthy snacks.


Vicki
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These bars are the perfect healthy dessert. They're sweet and satisfying, but they're also packed with nutrients.


Asad Arain Network
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I love that these bars can be made ahead of time. They're the perfect grab-and-go breakfast or snack.


mohammed joy
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These bars are the perfect way to use up leftover oats. I always have a batch of these in my freezer.


Umair Ahmad
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I made these bars for a party and they were a huge hit. Everyone raved about how delicious they were.


Michelle Pena
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These bars are the perfect healthy snack for my kids. They love the taste and I love that they're getting a healthy dose of oats and nuts.


Royal RGaming
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I'm not a big baker, but these bars were so easy to make. I'm definitely going to try more of your recipes.


Najmi Kk
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These bars are the perfect afternoon pick-me-up. They're sweet and salty, and they always hit the spot.


King of Stones
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I love the chewy texture of these bars. They're so satisfying to eat.


Lenganji Mugala
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These bars are the perfect way to start my day. They're filling and give me energy.


md Mahede
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. These oatmeal bars are now a staple in my kitchen.


Kathy B
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These bars are so versatile. I've made them with different types of nuts and dried fruits, and they're always delicious.


Freedom College Consult
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I love that these bars can be made with simple, wholesome ingredients. I feel good about giving them to my family.


Malikaslam Karloo
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These bars are the perfect healthy snack. They're filling and satisfying, and they're packed with nutrients.


Noah Ramsdale
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I'm not a big fan of oatmeal, but these bars were surprisingly good. The dates and walnuts really balance out the flavor.


Rajon Dewan
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These oatmeal bars are so easy to make and they're so delicious. I'll definitely be making them again.


Right Rain
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I made these bars for a bake sale and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them.


Anna Gritton
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I love the combination of oats, dates, and walnuts in these bars. They're the perfect grab-and-go breakfast or snack.


Br Manqele
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These oatmeal bars were a hit with my family! They're so easy to make and they're packed with flavor. The dates and walnuts add a nice touch of sweetness and crunch.