Best 9 Date Nut Dream Bars Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with Date Nut Dream Bars, a delectable treat that tantalizes taste buds with its irresistible combination of flavors and textures. These dreamy bars feature a buttery shortbread crust, a layer of sweet and chewy date filling, and a topping of crunchy walnuts, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more. This recipe provides step-by-step instructions for creating these delightful bars, ensuring a perfect outcome every time. Additionally, discover variations of this classic recipe, including a gluten-free option for those with dietary restrictions. Embark on a sweet adventure and treat yourself to the irresistible charm of Date Nut Dream Bars.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

OLD-FASHIONED DATE BAR RECIPE



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An heirloom Date Bar recipe dating back nearly a century - and still just as delicious today! • Freezable • Make Ahead • Vegetarian •

Provided by Two Healthy Kitchens LLC at www.TwoHealthyKitchens.com

Categories     Desserts

Time 37m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups white whole wheat flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon sea salt (fine grain, not flaked kosher salt)
1 cup sugar
1 tablespoon butter, softened (but NOT melted)
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon vanilla
7 ounces whole, dried dates, chopped (to equal about 1 1/2 cups)
1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts
to finish: about 1/4 cup powdered sugar (you will actually end up using only about 1 tablespoon)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Prepare a 9 x 13" baking pan by spraying with cooking spray and/or lightly but thoroughly flouring the bottom (if needed - my pan doesn't need this).
  • In a medium bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt until thoroughly combined.
  • In a second medium bowl, combine sugar and butter until butter is completely incorporated into the sugar. The mixture will be crumbly, similar to wet sand. (I find it's easiest to do this with my hands, rubbing the butter into the sugar with my fingers, but you can also use an electric mixer.) Add eggs, water, and vanilla, and stir until thoroughly combined. Add the dates and walnuts and stir again to distribute evenly.
  • Lightly dump the dry ingredients (flour mixture) over top of the wet ingredients (sugar mixture) and stir just until thoroughly combined. The dough will be very thick and sticky.
  • Using a rubber scraper, spread the dough into the pan, pushing it and flattening it until it's an even thickness (dough will only thinly cover the entire pan).
  • Bake for about 20-22 minutes, until lightly golden brown.
  • Let cool completely in the pan on a cooling rack before cutting. Cut into 39 sticks that are 1 inch wide and 3 inches long.
  • Place at least 1/4 cup of powdered sugar in a wide bowl. Roll each bar in the sugar to coat, tapping gently to remove any excess, loose sugar. (You should actually use only about 1 tablespoon of the sugar to thinly coat the bars, but it makes it much easier to work with them if there is plenty of extra sugar in the bowl. You can discard the excess.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 67 calories, Carbohydrate 13 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 10 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 2 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, SaturatedFat 0 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1 bar, Sodium 58 grams sodium, Sugar 9 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 1 grams unsaturated fat

DATE NUT BARS



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I've had this recipe since 1938, when the girls I worked with game me a bridal shower. One of their presents was a recipe box filled with their favorites. Inside, I found this recipe, and I've used it for just about every occasion since. They're always well received.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups chopped dates
2 cups chopped walnuts or pecans
4 large eggs, lightly beaten, room temperature
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the sugar, flour, baking powder, salt, dates and nuts. Add the eggs, butter and vanilla; stir just until dry ingredients are moistened (batter will be very stiff). , Spread in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool bars on a wire rack. Dust with confectioners' sugar. ,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 63mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

DATE NUT DREAM BARS



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There are many variations of this recipe and I have tried several. This is the one I like best. It is a very versatile recipe because you may substitute whatever dried fruits or nuts you have on hand for what the recipe calls for. The base is a delicious, buttery shortbread and I love the butter icing. Store these in the fridge so that the icing stays firm.

Provided by Irmgard

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 55m

Yield 40 bars

Number Of Ingredients 16

3/4 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups brown sugar, packed
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped
1 cup candied cherry, quartered
1/2 cup dates, chopped
1/2 cup butter, softened
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups icing sugar

Steps:

  • Line a 9" x 13" metal cake pan with parchment paper and set aside.
  • In a bowl, beat together the butter, sugar and salt until fluffy.
  • Using a wooden spoon, stir in the flour.
  • Press into the prepared pan and bake in the centre of a 350 degree F oven until golden, about 20 minutes.
  • Let cool in the pan on a rack.
  • To make the filling, whisk together the eggs, brown sugar and almond extract in a bowl.
  • Stir in the flour and baking powder until smooth.
  • Stir in the walnuts, cherries and dates.
  • Spread over the cooled base and bake in the centre of a 350 degree F oven until firm to the touch, about 20 minutes.
  • Let cool completely in the pan on a rack.
  • To make the icing, beat together in a bowl the butter, milk and vanilla until creamy.
  • Add half of the icing sugar and beat just until combined.
  • Beat in the remaining icing sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Spread over the filling.
  • Refrigerate until cold, about 1 hour.

DATE BARS



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Dessert ready in about an hour! Enjoy classic date filled bars in a new way - a wonderful treat.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups chopped pitted dates (1 lb)
1 1/2 cups water
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 3/4 cups all-purpose* or whole wheat flour
1 1/2 cups quick-cooking oats
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In 2-quart saucepan, cook filling ingredients over low heat about 10 minutes, stirring constantly, until thickened. Cool 5 minutes.
  • Heat oven to 400°F. Grease bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan with shortening.
  • In large bowl, stir brown sugar and butter until well mixed. Stir in flour, oats, baking soda and salt until crumbly. Press half of the crumb mixture evenly in bottom of pan. Spread with filling. Top with remaining crumb mixture; press lightly.
  • Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until light brown. Cool 5 minutes in pan on cooling rack. Cut into 6 rows by 6 rows while warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 85 mg, Sugar 17 g, TransFat 0 g

MOM'S DATE NUT BARS



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These are the bars that I like the best they are so moist and so easy to make - this recipe is often doubled during the holiday as they taste so good and go fast off the cookie and bar tray.

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 large eggs
1 c all-purpose flour
1 dash(es) salt
1 c chopped nutmeats
1 c granulated sugar
1/2 tsp baking powder
1 c chopped fine dates
powdered sugar, use after bars are baked and cooled

Steps:

  • 1. Butter or spray a 13x9-inch baking pan;set aside. Heat oven to 350^.
  • 2. Beat eggs until foamy and then beat in granulated sugar in gradually. Stir dry ingredients together. Add dates and nuts to flour mixture, then stir into egg mixture.
  • 3. Spread mixture(which is thick) into the prepared pan. Bake until firm and delicately brown, bake about 25-30 minutes, so they do not get dry. When just a tad warm and not hot cut into long finger shape bars and roll in powdered sugar.;or place some powdered sugar in a small bag and add a piece or 2 and gently shake to coat evenly, shake off any excess.

DATE BARS



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The underrated dried fruit takes center stage in these chewy, irresistible bars. Martha made this recipe on "Martha Bakes" episode 710.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Yield Makes 16

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted cold butter, cut into small pieces, plus more for pan
1 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 cups dried dates, pitted and chopped
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup apple cider
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2/3 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
1/4 cup packed light-brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature

Steps:

  • Make the crust: Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Butter a 9-by-9-inch baking pan. Line with parchment paper, leaving a 2-inch overhang. Butter parchment; set aside.
  • In the bowl of a food processor, combine flour, sugar, salt, and butter. Pulse to combine. Add egg and pulse until evenly moistened. Transfer mixture to prepared pan; press into bottom (use the base of a dry measuring cup or a small offset spatula to help). Freeze for 10 minutes. Bake until lightly golden, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Make the filling: In a saucepan, combine dates, sugar, and cider. Cook over medium heat until soft and the consistency of jam. Using a hand blender, puree mixture until smooth. Stir in lemon zest. Spread mixture evenly over baked crust.
  • Make the topping: In a medium bowl, whisk together oats, flour, brown sugar, salt, and cinnamon. Using your hands, work in butter to form crumbs. Evenly distribute crumbs over filling to cover. Bake until topping is golden brown and filling is set, 20 to 25 minutes. Run a paring knife around edges of pan to loosen; let cool completely in pan on wire rack. Using parchment overhang, remove from pan; cut into squares using a serrated knife.

DATE NUT BARS



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This is a family recipe but I am not sure where it came from. I love dates, so this is a favorite of mine for holidays (and it is easy).

Provided by Demandy

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 45m

Yield 24-36 bars

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 eggs
1/2 cup flour
1 cup chopped dates
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar (approx.)

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients.
  • Bake in greased layer cake pans or square pans at 375 degrees for 35 minutes.
  • Cool for 15 minutes.
  • Slice into squares and roll bars in confectioner's sugar so they don't stick together when stored.

DATE AND NUT BARS



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Just and old family favorite that is simple to make, but delicious to eat.

Provided by audge1

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Spice Cookie Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

⅓ cup boiling water
2 cups dates, pitted and chopped
½ cup shortening
1 cup white sugar
⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¾ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 eggs
1 cup all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon baking soda
½ cup chopped walnuts
¼ cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, pour boiling water over dates, and set aside to cool. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a 10x10 inch baking pan.
  • In a medium bowl, cream together the shortening and white sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition. Add the dates, including any water; mix well. Sift together the flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and baking soda; stir into the date mixture. Then stir in the nuts.
  • Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared 10x10 inch pan, and bake for 45 minutes in the preheated oven. When cool, cut into bars, and roll each bar in confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.8 calories, Carbohydrate 46.3 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 12.8 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 184.1 mg, Sugar 34.8 g

BEST DATE BARS



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Date recipes are some of my favorite desserts to cook up. These date treats are very easy to bake, and one sheet of them will yield 48 good-sized bars. I sometimes add nuts, coconut or candied fruit. -Dorothy DeLeske, Scottsdale, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 40 bars.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2-1/2 cups pitted dates, cut up
1/4 cup sugar
1-1/2 cups water
1/3 cup coarsely chopped walnuts, optional
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1-1/2 cups quick-cooking oats
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine dates, sugar and water. Cook, stirring frequently, until very thick. Stir in walnuts, if desired; cool. , Sift the flour, salt and baking soda together in a large bowl; add oats and brown sugar. Cut in butter until mixture is crumbly. Sprinkle water over mixture; stir lightly. Pat half into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Spread with date mixture; cover with remaining oat mixture and pat lightly. , Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  • If you don't have chopped walnuts, you can use another type of nut, such as pecans or almonds.
  • If you don't have a 9x13 inch baking pan, you can use a larger pan, but the bars will be thinner.
  • Make sure to grease the baking pan well, or the bars will stick.
  • Do not over-mix the batter, or the bars will be tough.
  • Bake the bars until they are just set in the center. If you over-bake them, they will be dry.
  • Let the bars cool completely before cutting them into squares.
  • Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Date Nut Dream Bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with simple ingredients and can be customized to your liking. Whether you are a fan of dates, nuts, or chocolate, you are sure to enjoy these bars. So next time you are looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give Date Nut Dream Bars a try. You won't be disappointed!

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