Date Square

Ingredients

• Medjool Dates1/2 cup (75 g)
• Lemon Juice1/2 tablespoon (8 g)
• Sugar2 teaspoon (10 g)
• Oats4 tablespoon (40 g)
• All-Purpose Flour1/4 cup (30 g)
• Brown Sugar2 teaspoon (10 g)
• Unsalted Butter1 tablespoon (16 g)

Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1

   Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).

2. 2

   Step 2

   In a small saucepan, combine chopped dates, a little water, lemon juice and sugar. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the dates soften and the mixture thickens.

3. 3

   Step 3

   In a bowl, mix together oats, flour, brown sugar, melted butter, and a pinch of salt until it forms a crumbly texture.

4. 4

   Step 4

   Press half of the oat mixture into the bottom of a small baking dish to form the crust. Spread the cooked date filling over the crust.

5. 5

   Step 5

   Sprinkle the remaining oat mixture over the date filling.

6. 6

   Step 6

   Bake for 15-20 minutes and let cool for some minutes before serving.

Diet and Allergen Guide

Meal Prep and Storage

Make it easier to prep ahead

Date Square can be prepared ahead and refrigerated for a short breakfast prep window. Reheat gently or serve cold depending on the recipe style.