ORANGE OAT DATE BARS

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Prize-Winning Recipe 2010! Oatmeal cookie mix makes quick work of rich date bars with a citrus twist.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (8 oz) chopped dates (1 1/2 cups)
1 3/4 cups orange juice
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup coarsely chopped pecans
1 pouch (1 lb 1.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ oatmeal cookie mix
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
1/2 teaspoon powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom and sides of 9-inch square baking pan. In medium saucepan, combine dates and orange juice. Cook over medium-low heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in brown sugar; gently simmer an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in pecans. Set aside.
  • In large bowl, stir cookie mix and melted butter with fork until mixture is crumbly. Press 2/3 of mixture into bottom of pan. Pour date mixture over crust in pan. Sprinkle with remaining cookie mixture.
  • Bake 30 to 40 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely, about 2 hours. Sprinkle with powdered sugar. For bars, cut into 5 rows by 4 rows. Store covered at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 135 mg, Sugar 23 g, TransFat 0 g

Felix Santana
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I'm not a baker, but these bars were so easy to make. I'll definitely be making them again.


norma jeanies
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These bars are a great way to use up leftover oranges and dates.


myla Carpenter
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I love these bars! They're the perfect healthy snack.


lindokuhle khumalo
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These bars are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family and friends.


Md Naim Hossain
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I made these bars for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.


Md Murad Islam Esha
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These bars were delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. They were the perfect snack or dessert.


Alphaeus Mockayar
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I'm not a huge fan of dates, but I really enjoyed these bars. The orange flavor really shines through and the dates add a nice chewy texture. I'll definitely be making these again.


Kamala Rokka
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These bars are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I love the chewy texture and the sweet and tangy flavor. I often add a bit of chopped nuts or dried fruit for extra flavor and texture.


Zanele Ncube
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I was a bit skeptical about these bars at first, but I'm so glad I tried them! They're incredibly moist and flavorful. The orange and date combination is divine. I'll be making these again and again.


Balam islam
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These orange-oat-date bars were a hit! My whole family enjoyed them. They're the perfect combination of chewy, hearty, and sweet. I'll definitely be making them again.