How to Make Grandmother's Matrimonial Squares - A Step-by-Step Guide

Grandmother's Matrimonial Squares are a time-honored family recipe that has been passed down for generations. This delectable dessert is a beloved treat that has graced family gatherings, holiday feasts, and special occasions for as long as anyone can remember.

With a sweet, buttery crust and a rich, gooey filling, these squares are a true indulgence that never fails to satisfy. The combination of flavors and textures is simply irresistible, and they have become a staple at many famil...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups quick-cooking oats
  • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ¼ cups brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¾ cup butter
  • ½ pound dates, pitted and chopped
  • ¾ cup water
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 24 bars

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Stir oats, flour, brown sugar, baking soda, and baking powder together in a bowl; cut in butter using a pastry blender until mixture is mealy and butter pieces are uniformly small.
  • Press half of oat mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • Cook dates with water in a small saucepan over medium heat until they fall apart and are easily mashed with a wooden spoon, about 10 minutes; remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
  • Spoon date mixture evenly over oat mixture in baking pan; sprinkle remaining oat mixture evenly over top and press into place.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until crust is golden at the edges, about 30 minutes; remove to cool completely on a wire rack. Cut into bars.
  • Nutrition

    151 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 15mg
    • Sodium: 117mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 23g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Calcium: 27mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 100mg