"This Oatmeal Date Bars recipe is two layers of a cookie crust sandwiched with a gooey layer of sweet dates. Vegan option includede."
Oatmeal Date Bars
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These oatmeal date bars are a healthy and delicious snack or dessert made with oats, dates, and other ingredients such as nuts and dried fruits. They are often used as a quick and easy breakfast or as a replacement for less healthy snacks, as they are high in fiber and nutrients and relatively low in sugar.
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Prep time: 20mins
Cook time: 30mins
Serves or Makes: 18
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ingredients
- 2 cups pitted and sliced dgluteates
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 water
- 1 pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 3/4 cup unsalted, softened butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 salt
- 1 1/4 cup old fashioned oatmeal
Method
Prepare Pan
Step 1
Spray pan with nonstick baking spray and place strips of parchment paper in bottom of pan so the parchment extends over the four pan sides.
Prepare Date Filling
Step 1
Place chopped dates, water and granulated sugar in a medium-size saucepan.
Step 2
Bring to a boil, stir often. Reduce to a simmer and cook until mixture is thickened, stirring occasionally (approximately 4 – 6 minutes)
Step 3
Remove from heat and add the almond flour and vanilla. Stir until absorbed.
Step 4
Set aside to cool completely.
Make Cookie Base
Step 1
Preheat oven to 350° F
Step 2
Sift or whisk together flour, baking soda and salt.
Step 3
Place softened butter and brown sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer. Using the paddle attachment begin mixing on medium speed. Continue to mix until the butter and sugar mixture is light and fluffy (approximately 2 – 3 minutes). Note: a hand mixer may also be used
Step 4
Add the flour, baking soda and salt mixture. Mix for 20 – 30 seconds.
Step 5
Remove the bowl from the mixer and mix in the oatmeal. Note: the dough will be crumbly.
Step 6
Pour half of the dough into the bottom of the prepared pan. Using your hands, lightly press the dough down so it evenly covers the bottom of the pan.
Step 7
Pour the date mixture over the dough in the pan and spread evenly.
Step 8
Sprinkle the second half of the dough over the dates so it is evenly distributed.
Bake
Step 1
Bake for 25 – 30 minutes. Cool completely before removing from pan.
Step 2
Unmold by pulling up on sides of parchment paper and transfer to a cutting board. Remove parchment from bottom of the bar. Cut into desired shapes.