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Date Bars
Date Bars are baked squares combining a tender, mildly sweet batter with a rich filling of finely chopped dates and ground walnuts. The bars have a soft, crumbly texture balanced by chewy bits from the dates and a subtle nutty flavor from the walnuts. They can be dusted with powdered sugar for added sweetness and make a convenient snack or dessert that stores well at room temperature.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings:
12
cookies
Calories:
421 kcal
Course:
Snacks
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons butter melted, unsalted
- 4 egg lightly beaten
- 4 tablespoons water cold
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 16 ounces dates finely chopped, pitted
- 1 cup walnuts ground
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease a 10x15-inch jelly roll pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder; set aside.
- Using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat together the sugar and butter, until combined (it will be crumbly). Add the eggs, water, vanilla extract and salt and beat until thoroughly combined, scraping the sides of the bowl as necessary. Reduce the mixer speed to low and gradually add the flour mixture. Use a rubber spatula to fold in the chopped dates and ground walnuts.
- Spread the batter in the prepared pan and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool, cut into squares and dust. They can be dusted with powdered sugar, if desired. These cookies can be stored in an airtight container or covered tightly with plastic wrap, at room temperature for up to 1 week.
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Notes
- Use ground walnuts for an even texture; chop finely or purchase pre-ground to avoid large nut pieces.
- Medjool dates are preferred for their softness and sweetness, but other date varieties can be used.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week to maintain freshness.
- Freeze individual bars wrapped tightly for up to one month; thaw before serving.
Nutrition Information
Calories
421kcal
(21%)
Carbohydrates
79g
(26%)
Protein
7g
(14%)
Fat
10g
(15%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Cholesterol
59mg
(20%)
Sodium
218mg
(9%)
Potassium
479mg
(10%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
49g
(98%)
Vitamin A
140IU
(3%)
Vitamin C
0.2mg
(0%)
Calcium
95mg
(10%)
Iron
2.5mg
(14%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12 cookies
Amount Per Serving
Calories 421
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 421kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 79g | 26% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 59mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 218mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 479mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 49g | 98% |
| Vitamin A | 140IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 95mg | 10% |
| Iron | 2.5mg | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.