DATE NUT DREAM BARS
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
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.
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Iqbal Hussain
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a keeper! The bars are incredibly easy to make and they taste amazing. I've already shared the recipe with all my friends.
Mike Habit
[email protected]These bars are dangerous! They're so good that it's hard to stop eating them. I've already had three pieces and I'm not planning on stopping anytime soon.
Seteven Nsubuga
[email protected]The date nut dream bars were a delightful surprise! I wasn't expecting much, but they turned out to be incredibly delicious. The texture was perfect and the flavors were well-balanced. I highly recommend this recipe!
Bruh Moment
[email protected]The bars were a bit dry. I think I might have overbaked them. But the flavor was still good.
Fatima Zerriouh (XxnagataxX)
[email protected]A bit too sweet for my taste, but still quite enjoyable. I might try reducing the amount of sugar next time.
Shezad Bandhani
[email protected]These bars are amazing! I've made them several times now and they always turn out perfectly. They're a favorite among my friends and family, and they're always a hit at potlucks.
Macebo Khumalo
[email protected]5 stars! The date nut dream bars were a huge success. They are chewy, gooey, and have the perfect balance of sweetness. I'll definitely be making these again.
Abubakar Rashid
[email protected]Delicious and healthy, what more could you ask for? These bars are packed with natural sweetness from the dates and a satisfying crunch from the nuts. I love that I can enjoy a sweet treat without feeling guilty.
NAWAB JATTOI
[email protected]Easy to make and so tasty! I used a mix of walnuts and pecans for the nuts, and they added a wonderful crunch. The bars were a hit with my family and friends.
ali butt 302
[email protected]These date nut dream bars were an absolute delight! The combination of oats, dates, and nuts made for a delicious and wholesome treat. Preparation was a breeze thanks to the detailed instructions, and the bars turned out looking just like the picture