These delightful date bars are a perfect blend of sweet and chewy, making them a great treat for any occasion. Easy to prepare, they are sure to be a family favorite.
Preparation time
20min
Cooking time
30min
Ingredients
16 Servings
- 250 g all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 200 g brown sugar
- 200 g butter
- 500 g dates
- 200 g rolled oats
- 1 tsp salt
- 240 ml water
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Step 2
In a saucepan, combine the dates and water. Cook over medium heat until the dates are soft and the mixture is thick, about 10 minutes. Set aside to cool.
Step 3
In a large bowl, cream together the brown sugar and butter until smooth.
Step 4
Mix in the flour, rolled oats, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
Step 5
Press half of the oat mixture into the bottom of a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
Step 6
Spread the date mixture evenly over the crust.
Step 7
Crumble the remaining oat mixture over the date layer.
Step 8
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
Step 9
Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars.