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

Nokuthula Nomathemba
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I highly recommend trying these date bars. They are a delicious and easy-to-make treat.


Ndagire Edrinah
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These date bars are a great make-ahead dessert. You can store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.


Izaiah Garcia
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I love the versatility of these date bars. You can add nuts, seeds, or dried fruit to change up the flavor.


Df sha Dhas
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These date bars are the perfect dessert for a summer party. They are light and refreshing.


Qiyamah Abdullah
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I followed the recipe exactly and my date bars turned out great. They are chewy and delicious.


Leena SEM
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These date bars are a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth. They are also a good source of fiber and potassium.


Naeem islam
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I love the simplicity of these date bars. They are made with just a few ingredients and they come out perfect every time.


Sohail Mukhtar
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These date bars are a great way to use up leftover dates. They are also a great snack or breakfast food.


Tik Tik
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I made these date bars for a party and they were a hit! Everyone loved them. They are the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Justin Best
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These date bars are amazing! They are so easy to make and they taste delicious. I love the chewy texture and the sweet flavor. I will definitely be making these again and again.


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