Ingredients
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1 ½ cups rolled oats
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1 ½ cups sifted pastry flour
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1 ⅓ cups packed brown sugar, divided
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¾ teaspoon baking soda
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¼ teaspoon salt
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¾ cup butter, softened
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¾ pound pitted dates, diced
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1 cup water
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1 teaspoon lemon juice
Directions
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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.
Recipe Tip
You can use almond extract instead of lemon extract if preferred.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 363 | Calories |
| 13g | Fat |
| 64g | Carbs |
| 4g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 12 | |
| Calories 363 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 13g | 16% |
| Saturated Fat 7g | 37% |
| Cholesterol 31mg | 10% |
| Sodium 217mg | 9% |
| Total Carbohydrate 64g | 23% |
| Dietary Fiber 5g | 19% |
| Total Sugars 42g | |
| Protein 4g | 7% |
| Vitamin C 0mg | 0% |
| Calcium 41mg | 3% |
| Iron 2mg | 9% |
| Potassium 325mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
