How to Make Best Date Squares Ever - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for the perfect treat to satisfy your sweet tooth? Look no further than these delicious date squares, which are bound to become a new favorite in your household. These squares are made with a buttery oat crust and a sweet, gooey date filling, creating a perfect combination of flavors and textures in every bite. Whether you're craving a tasty snack or a delightful dessert, these date squares are the answer!

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups chopped pitted honey dates
  • ¾ cup orange juice
  • ½ teaspoon lemon juice
  • 2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 2 cups quick-cooking oats
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ cups unsalted butter, melted and cooled

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 24 squares

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a 9x11-inch baking pan and line with parchment paper.
  • Heat dates, orange juice, and lemon juice in a large saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring often, until dates are soft, about 6 minutes.
  • Stir whole wheat flour, oats, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a large bowl; stir in melted butter. Press half of the oat mixture evenly into the prepared pan.
  • Spread date mixture evenly over oat mixture; sprinkle remaining oat mixture evenly over date mixture and press down lightly.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden, about 20 minutes. Allow to cool in the pan to room temperature, about 30 minutes. Refrigerate until chilled before cutting into squares, about 1 hour.
  • Nutrition

    251 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 31mg
    • Sodium: 89mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 36g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 21g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 30mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 251mg