Date Oatmeal Squares Recipe
For the oat crust:
- 2 cups (180g) Rolled oats
- 1 cup (125g) All-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup (150g) Light brown sugar
- 3/4 cup (170g) Softened Butter, cubed
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking soda
For the date filling:
- 400g (14.1oz) Medjool dates, pitted
- 1 cup (240ml) Water
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
1. Place dates, water and lemon juice in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat and simmer for 5-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the dates are soft. Remove from heat and add vanilla extract. Let cool to room temperature.
2. Preheat oven to 350F (175C). Line a 9-inch (23cm) square baking pan with a strip of parchment paper. Set aside.
3. Make the crust: In a large bowl, combine oats, flour, salt, brown sugar and baking soda. Add the butter and mix until crumbly.
4. Press 2/3 of the mixture into the bottom of the baking pan. Spread the filling over the base, Sprinkle the remaining oat mixture.
5. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown. Let cool completely, then refrigerate for at least one hour before cutting into squares.
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Can I use instant oats instead of rolled oats?
ReplyYes, you can.
ReplyHow many dates do we use approximately
ReplyI love this recipe. This has been my all time favorite for many years. I also add walnuts to my recipe.
ReplyHello. Please if I only have ready made dates paste ( not medjool pitted dates ) how much cups should I use to make the date filling? Thank you.
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