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Date Bars

Delightful and chewy Date Bars made with wholesome ingredients, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 9 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup chopped dates Ensure dates are fresh and moist.
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup flour Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup butter Dairy or non-dairy for a vegan option.
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease an 8-inch square baking dish with butter or line it with parchment paper.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt. Stir until well mixed.
  4. Melt the butter and let it cool slightly. Pour the melted butter and chopped dates into the bowl, mixing until fully incorporated.
  5. Add vanilla extract to the mixture and stir well.
  6. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Baking
  1. Place the dish in the oven and bake for about 25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
Cooling and Serving
  1. Let the bars cool in the pan before cutting them into squares to serve.

Notes

For additional flavor, consider adding chopped nuts or chocolate chips. Ensure dates are fresh and moist for the best results. To store, let cool completely and wrap in plastic or place in an airtight container.