Gramma's Date Squares

Gramma's Date Squares
  • PREP TIME
    25 mins
  • COOK TIME
    25 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    50 mins
  • SERVING
    12 People
  • VIEWS
    1.5K

Indulge in these delightful date squares, featuring a tender, oaty crust embracing a sweet, caramelized date filling. A comforting classic, perfect for any occasion.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    64 g
  • Cholesterol
    31 mg
  • Fiber
    5 g
  • Protein
    4 g
  • Saturated Fat
    7 g
  • Sodium
    217 mg
  • Sugar
    42 g
  • Fat
    13 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). (5 minutes)

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Recipe View In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, pastry flour, 1 cup of the packed brown sugar, baking soda, and salt. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Cut in the softened butter using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Press half of the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch square baking pan. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View In a medium saucepan, combine the diced dates, water, and the remaining 1/3 cup packed brown sugar. (1 minute)

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Recipe View Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently. Cook until the dates have softened and the mixture has thickened into a jam-like consistency. (8-10 minutes)

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Recipe View Remove from heat and stir in the fresh lemon juice. (1 minute)

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Recipe View Spread the date filling evenly over the prepared crust. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture evenly over the date filling. Gently press to adhere. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden brown and the filling is bubbly. (20-25 minutes)

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Recipe View Let cool completely in the pan before cutting into 12 squares. (60 minutes)

For a richer flavor, use dark brown sugar.
Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the crust mixture for warmth.
Toast the oats lightly before adding them to the mixture for a nuttier flavor.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 494 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Candido Gerlach

    I've made these date squares twice now, and they've been a hit both times. The recipe is easy to follow, and the results are outstanding. I especially appreciate the tip about toasting the oats – it adds a wonderful depth of flavor.

  • Mollie Little

    These date squares are absolutely divine! The crust is perfectly crumbly, and the date filling is so rich and flavorful. My family devoured them!

  • Emanuel Bosco

    This recipe is a keeper! I love that it uses simple ingredients and comes together so quickly. The lemon juice really brightens up the date filling. Highly recommend!

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