Orange Date Squares
Soft, chewy Orange Date Squares layered with a buttery oat crust, a rich citrus-kissed date filling, and a golden crumb topping. Perfect for coffee breaks, brunch tables, or an anytime sweet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (300 grams) pitted dates, finely chopped
- 1 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh orange zest
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 cup (120 grams) all purpose flour
- 1 cup (90 grams) old fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 cup (226 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine chopped dates, orange juice, orange zest, and granulated sugar. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring often, until thick and jam like. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, stir together flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- Pour in melted butter and mix until crumbly. Press half of the mixture firmly into the prepared pan.
- Spread the date filling evenly over the base.
- Sprinkle the remaining crumble mixture on top and gently press down.
- Bake for 30 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden and set.
- Allow to cool completely before lifting from the pan and slicing into 9 squares.
Notes
- Let the filling cool slightly before spreading to prevent a soggy crust.
- Press the base layer firmly so the squares hold together when sliced.
- For cleaner cuts, chill briefly before slicing and wipe the knife between cuts.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon to the crumble for extra warmth if desired.
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