Christmas Date Squares

Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Serves: 12 Cuisine: American

Sweet and chewy date squares feature a rich oat crust and a luscious date filling, perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy teatime treats, appealing to all ages.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pkg. dates
  • 1/2 c. sugar
  • 1 c. water
  • 2/3 c. butter
  • 1 c. brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 c. rolled oats
  • 1/2 tsp. vanilla
  • 1/2 tsp. salt

Instructions

  1. Combine dates, sugar, and water; cook until thick and set aside.
  2. Mix remaining ingredients thoroughly to make the oat mixture.
  3. Press half of the oat mixture into a greased pan as the base layer.
  4. Spread the cooked date mixture evenly over the oat base.
  5. Top with the remaining oat mixture and press gently.
  6. Bake in a moderate oven until light brown, then cool and cut into squares.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

577 kcal 29% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 4.2g 8% DV
Total Fat 26.9g 35% DV
Carbs 69.7g 25% DV
Fiber 5.6g 20% DV
Sugar 43.6g 87% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9757mg 100% DV
Potassium 389.5mg 8% DV
Cholesterol 75mg 25% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 193mcg 21% DV
Vitamin C 9.2mg 10% DV
Calcium 135.5mg 10% DV
Iron 6.9mg 38% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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