Dairy-Free Classic Date Bars
Indulge in a wholesome treat with these Dairy-Free Classic Date Bars, a nostalgic dessert that’s both satisfying and simple to make. Featuring a luscious, naturally sweetened Medjool date filling nestled between layers of buttery oat crumble made from all-natural coconut oil, this vegan treat is perfect for those seeking a dairy-free twist on a timeless favorite. Enhanced with warm cinnamon and a touch of vanilla, these bars strike the perfect balance between hearty and dessert-like. Ready in just 50 minutes, they’re an ideal snack, dessert, or even a grab-and-go breakfast option. Perfect for vegans and dairy-free diets, these bars are the ultimate comfort food with a healthier edge!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups pitted Medjool dates
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.75 cup coconut oil, melted
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a small saucepan, combine the pitted dates and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the dates are soft and have absorbed most of the water, about 10 minutes.
Step 3
Once the dates are softened, remove the saucepan from the heat and add the vanilla extract. Use an immersion blender to puree the mixture until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
Step 4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt. Mix well to ensure the brown sugar is evenly distributed.
Step 5
Pour the melted coconut oil into the dry mixture and stir until the mixture is crumbly and all the dry ingredients are moistened.
Step 6
Press half of the oat mixture into the prepared baking dish to form an even layer, using the back of a spoon or your hands.
Step 7
Spread the date mixture evenly over the oat layer.
Step 8
Top with the remaining oat mixture, pressing down gently.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
Step 10
Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely in the baking dish before cutting into bars.
Step 11
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1356.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4534.1 |
| Total Fat 190.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 149.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1864.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 723.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 50.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 464.6g | |
| Protein 37.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 545.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 18.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4196.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories