Orange Walnut-Date Bars

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves: 12 Cuisine: American

Sweet and zesty orange walnut-date bars combine chewy dates, crunchy nuts, and warm spices, perfect for a flavorful dessert or teatime treat that appeals to all ages.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup soft butter or margarine
  • 1 egg
  • 2 teaspoons orange juice
  • 1/2 cup chopped dates
  • 3/4 cup coarsely chopped nuts
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar

Instructions

  1. Sift together flour, salt, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a bowl and set aside.
  2. Beat softened butter and packed brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add egg, orange rind, and orange juice; beat until well combined.
  4. Gradually stir in the flour mixture, blending until smooth.
  5. Fold in chopped dates and nuts.
  6. Spread the mixture evenly in a greased and floured 11x7x1-inch baking tin.
  7. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25 to 30 minutes or until browned.
  8. Spread with Orange Butter Frosting before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

979 kcal 49% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 9.6g 19% DV
Total Fat 50.3g 64% DV
Carbs 130.9g 48% DV
Fiber 8.3g 30% DV
Sugar 49.5g 99% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 12499mg 100% DV
Potassium 703mg 15% DV
Cholesterol 140.8mg 47% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 20mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 8.6mg 10% DV
Calcium 1671.3mg 100% DV
Iron 6.3mg 35% DV

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

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