Ingredients for Mexican Date Bars
- 1 cup (150g) pitted dates, chopped
- 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup (100g) honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (60g) chopped walnuts
- Sliced Almonds
- Sweetened Flaked Coconut
- 1/4 cup (20g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Rice Krispies
- 1 large egg
- Fresh Lemon Juice
- 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
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How to Make Mexican Date Bars
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, beat 1 large egg until light and fluffy.
- Add 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened; 1/2 cup (100g) honey; 1 cup (150g) pitted dates, chopped; and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Stir well to coat the dates evenly.
- Stir in 1/2 cup (60g) chopped walnuts and 1/4 cup (30g) sliced almonds.
- Add 1 cup (100g) sweetened shredded coconut, 1/4 cup (20g) unsweetened cocoa powder, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
- Stir in 3 cups (360g) Rice Krispies cereal, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Gradually add 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour and mix until just combined.
- Press the mixture firmly into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 30 minutes, or until golden brown and set.
- Let cool completely in the pan before cutting into bars. For extra chewiness, chill for at least 1 hour.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
8 g
Sugar
135g
Fat
46g
Carbs
16g