Date Nut Bars

Indulge in the perfect balance of chewy sweetness and nutty crunch with these irresistible Date Nut Bars. Packed with a luscious filling of pitted dates simmered to a rich paste, layered between a buttery crust and crumbly rolled oats topping, these bars offer a delightful mix of textures in every bite. The addition of chopped walnuts provides a satisfying crunch that complements the natural sweetness of the dates. Ready in just under an hour, this easy and wholesome recipe is perfect for snacking, dessert, or even breakfast on the go. With simple pantry staples like brown sugar and all-purpose flour, these bars are not only delicious but also budget-friendly. Whether you’re serving them at a potluck or enjoying them with your afternoon coffee, these homemade date nut bars will quickly become a favorite treat. Don't forget to store extras in an airtight container for a convenient grab-and-go snack all week long!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups pitted dates
• 0.5 cups water
• 0.25 cups granulated sugar
• 1 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cups rolled oats
• 0.75 cups brown sugar, packed
• 0.75 cups unsalted butter, melted
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cups chopped walnuts

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking pan 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 have softened and formed a thick paste, about 5–7 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the granulated sugar. Set aside to cool.

Step 3

In a large bowl, mix together the flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt.

Step 4

Add the melted butter to the dry ingredients and stir until the mixture becomes crumbly.

Step 5

Press half of the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the base.

Step 6

Spread the cooled date mixture evenly over the bottom crust.

Step 7

Sprinkle the chopped walnuts over the date layer.

Step 8

Top the date and walnut layer with the remaining crumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure an even layer.

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 the bars to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares or rectangles.

Step 11

Serve and enjoy! Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1240.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4507.0

Total Fat 190.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 95.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 387.5mg	0%
Sodium 1285.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 710.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 47.9g	0%
Total Sugars 517.0g
Protein 46.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 575.5mg	0%
Iron 16.2mg	0%
Potassium 4297.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.2%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 59.9%