Gramma’s Date Squares

Prep Time:
25 mins

Cook Time:
25 mins

Total Time:
50 mins

Servings:
12

Yield:
12 squares

Ingredients

Directions

Gather the ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

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Combine oats, pastry flour, 1 cup brown sugar, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl. Mix in butter until crumbly. Press half of the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch square baking pan.

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Combine dates, water, and remaining 1/3 cup brown sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, and cook until thickened. Stir in lemon juice, and remove from heat. Spread the filling over the base, and spread the remaining crumb mixture on top.

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Bake in the preheated oven until the top is lightly toasted, 20 to 25 minutes. Cool before cutting into 12 squares.

Photographer: Jake Sternquist / Food Styling: Annie Probst / Prop Styling: Kristen Schooley

Recipe Tip

You can use almond extract instead of lemon extract if preferred.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)