For a richer flavor, try using Medjool dates. Add a sprinkle of chopped walnuts or pecans to the oat mixture for extra crunch. Store the baked bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
These Matrimonial Bars are a delightful treat, boasting a crumbly oat topping and a sweet, chewy date filling. A comforting and easy-to-make dessert that's perfect for any occasion.
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Recipe View Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 13x9 inch baking pan. (5 minutes)
Recipe View In a large bowl, combine the oats, flour, brown sugar, cubed butter, salt, and baking soda. Using a pastry blender or your fingers, cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. (10 minutes)
Recipe View In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the chopped dates, water, and granulated sugar. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the dates soften and the mixture thickens into a pulpy consistency. (15 minutes)
Recipe View Press half of the oat mixture firmly onto the bottom of the prepared pan to create a base layer. Spread the date mixture evenly over the oat base. Sprinkle the remaining oat mixture evenly over the date layer. Gently press down to compact the layers slightly. (10 minutes)
Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the top crust is golden brown and firm to the touch. (45 minutes)
Recipe View Let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares. (60 minutes)
For a richer flavor, try using Medjool dates. Add a sprinkle of chopped walnuts or pecans to the oat mixture for extra crunch. Store the baked bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Lina Cruickshank
May 15, 2025These bars are so easy to make and always a hit! The date filling is perfectly sweet.
Vicente Mills
May 3, 2025I added some walnuts to the topping, as suggested, and it was delicious!
Lula Ernser
Dec 23, 2024My family loved these! Will definitely be making them again.