Ingredients for Whole Wheat Date Bars
- Eggs
- 1/4 cup golden syrup (or honey)
- 1 cup pitted dates (very moist and mushy are best!)
- Walnut Pieces
- Vanilla Extract
- Whole Wheat Flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
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How to Make Whole Wheat Date Bars
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour an 8x8 inch or 9x9 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, combine 1 cup pitted dates (very moist and mushy are best!), 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and a pinch of baking soda. Beat with an electric mixer until well combined and smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the date mixture, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Stir in 1/4 cup golden syrup (or honey).
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs attached (the top will be slightly firm and springy).
- Let cool completely in the pan before cutting into 16 squares or 32 bars (2x1 inches).
- For easier cutting of sticky dates, dip your knife or scissors in flour first.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
46g
Fat
2g
Carbs
5g