DATE-NUT HONEY BARS

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The flavor combination here reminds me of baklava-without the hours of work! These bars are perfect for holiday gifts, party platters and bake sales. They never fail to impress. -Anna Wood, Cullowhee, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 18

3/4 cup butter, softened
1/3 cup sugar
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
1/4 teaspoon salt
FILLING:
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup apple jelly
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1-1/4 cups chopped walnuts
1-1/4 cups chopped dates

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. In a small bowl, whisk flour, oats and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture, mixing well. Press onto bottom and 1/2 in. up sides of an ungreased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake until edges begin to brown, 16-20 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., For filling, in a large saucepan, combine honey, apple jelly and butter over medium heat; stir until jelly and butter are melted. Remove from heat; whisk in brown sugar, eggs and vanilla. In a small bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt and cinnamon; whisk into honey mixture. Fold in walnuts and dates. Pour over crust; spread evenly. Bake until golden brown, 24-28 minutes. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 120mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Keishanna Brummell
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These bars are a great way to use up leftover dates and nuts. They're also a good source of fiber and protein.


Salomy Lyungu
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's a great way to make a delicious snack or dessert without a lot of fuss.


Chadni
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These bars are the perfect combination of sweet and salty. They're the perfect snack or dessert.


qxlazar
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These bars were a bit dry, but they were still good. I think I'll try adding some more butter next time.


Md Akimul
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These bars are a bit too sweet for my taste, but they're still good. I think I'll try reducing the amount of honey next time.


Bashir Hussain
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I love the chewiness of these bars. They're the perfect afternoon snack.


Sushil Pun
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These bars are a great way to use up leftover dates. They're also a good source of fiber and protein.


Waleed Mughal
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These bars are so addictive! I can't stop eating them.


Queen Smart
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I've been making these bars for years and they're always a hit. They're a great way to satisfy a sweet tooth without feeling guilty.


Eyas Awad
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These bars are the perfect make-ahead snack or dessert. They're easy to transport and they always disappear quickly!


presj taft
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's a great way to use up leftover dates and nuts.


Inoccent Janni
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These bars were a bit too dense for my taste, but they were still good. I think I'll try using a different recipe next time.


Farhad Ayas33
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I'm not a big fan of dates, but I really enjoyed these bars. The honey glaze was the perfect complement to the nutty, chewy texture.


serenity kaser
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These bars were a disappointment. They were dry and crumbly, and the glaze was too thick and sticky.


Md Mojammeal
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These bars were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I think I'll try reducing the amount of honey next time.


Wahid Qureshi
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I love the combination of dates, nuts, and honey in these bars. They're the perfect snack or dessert.


Benjamin Kalala
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These were so easy to make and turned out great! I used a gluten-free flour blend and they still came out perfect.


Tahsan Sabbir
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I've made these bars several times and they are always a crowd-pleaser. They're gooey, nutty, and sweet, with the perfect balance of flavors.


Kojo Carta
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These bars were a hit! They were easy to make and tasted delicious. I used a mix of chopped walnuts and pecans, and they added a nice crunch. The honey glaze was the perfect finishing touch.