Delightful Date Squares

Indulge in the sweet nostalgia of ‘Delightful Date Squares,’ a classic treat that perfectly balances a rich, gooey date filling with a buttery, crumbly oat crust. Made with wholesome ingredients like pitted dates, old-fashioned rolled oats, and a hint of vanilla, this recipe delivers a comforting homemade dessert that’s as satisfying as it is simple. With just 20 minutes of prep and an enticing golden-baked finish, these squares are perfect for coffee breaks, dessert tables, or gifting. Whether you’re craving a sweet bite or seeking a dessert that feels like a warm hug, these date squares are sure to become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 2 cups Pitted dates
• 1.25 cups Water
• 0.25 cups Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1 cup Brown sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cups Unsalted butter, melted

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the pitted dates and water. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the dates are soft and the mixture thickens into a paste, about 8-10 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in 1/4 cup of brown sugar and the vanilla extract, then remove from heat. Let the date mixture cool slightly.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, rolled oats, 1 cup of brown sugar, baking soda, and salt.

Step 5

Stir in the melted butter until the mixture becomes crumbly and all ingredients are well combined.

Step 6

Take half of the oat mixture and press it firmly and evenly into the prepared baking dish to form the crust.

Step 7

Spread the date mixture evenly over the crust, making sure it covers the entire surface.

Step 8

Crumble the remaining oat mixture over the date filling, gently pressing it down to adhere.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let the date squares cool completely in the pan before slicing into 16 squares.

Step 11

Serve and enjoy your homemade Delightful Date Squares!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1446.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4410.6

Total Fat 155.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 92.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 387.5mg	0%
Sodium 1299.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 756.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 49.1g	0%
Total Sugars 499.1g
Protein 43.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 598.2mg	0%
Iron 18.5mg	0%
Potassium 4271.3mg	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: 30.4%

Protein: 3.8%

Carbs: 65.8%