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Cardamom Date Squares

11 INGREDIENTS • 7 STEPS • 1HR 10MINS

Cardamom Date Squares

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A splash of orange juice and a sprinkle of cardamom give these date squares a hint of something different and delicious.
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A splash of orange juice and a sprinkle of cardamom give these date squares a hint of something different and delicious.
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Compelled to Cook
Hello, I'm Nicole! I aim to help you elevate your everyday meals with recipes that make the most of your casual family breakfasts, weeknight dinners and entertaining occasions.
https://www.compelledtocook.com
1HR 10MINS
Total Time
$0.60
Cost Per Serving
Ingredients
Servings
12
us / metric
Dates
1 1/2 cups
Chopped Dates
Orange
1 1/2
Oranges, juiced
1/3 cup of juice needed
Water
1/3 cup
Water
Brown Sugar
1 cup
Brown Sugar, lightly packed
Ground Cardamom
1 tsp
Ground Cardamom
Baking Soda
1 tsp
Baking Soda
Salt
1/2 tsp
Unsalted Butter
1 cup
Nutrition Per Serving
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Calories
387
Fat
15.6 g
Protein
3.4 g
Carbs
60.6 g
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Hello, I'm Nicole! I aim to help you elevate your everyday meals with recipes that make the most of your casual family breakfasts, weeknight dinners and entertaining occasions.
https://www.compelledtocook.com
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step 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C) and lightly butter a 9x9-inch baking pan. Line bottom and two sides with parchment, allowing a slight overhang.
step 2
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine Dates (1 1/2 cups), Granulated Sugar (1/3 cup), Oranges (1 1/2), and Water (1/3 cup). Allow to come to a simmer and cook uncovered for 8-10 minutes, until soft and jammy. Remove from heat and set aside.
step 2 In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine Dates (1 1/2 cups), Granulated Sugar (1/3 cup), Oranges (1 1/2), and Water (1/3 cup). Allow to come to a simmer and cook uncovered for 8-10 minutes, until soft and jammy. Remove from heat and set aside.
step 3
In a large bowl, combine Old Fashioned Rolled Oats (1 1/2 cups), All-Purpose Flour (1 1/4 cups), Brown Sugar (1 cup), Ground Cardamom (1 tsp), Baking Soda (1 tsp), and Salt (1/2 tsp).
step 3 In a large bowl, combine Old Fashioned Rolled Oats (1 1/2 cups), All-Purpose Flour (1 1/4 cups), Brown Sugar (1 cup), Ground Cardamom (1 tsp), Baking Soda (1 tsp), and Salt (1/2 tsp).
step 4
Cut in Unsalted Butter (1 cup) using your fingers or pastry cutter, until well combined and the mixture holds together when lightly squeezed.
step 5
Evenly press a generous half of the oat mixture, about 3 cups, into the bottom of prepared pan. Spread dates evenly over oats. Add remaining oat mixture, pressing slightly.
step 5 Evenly press a generous half of the oat mixture, about 3 cups, into the bottom of prepared pan. Spread dates evenly over oats. Add remaining oat mixture, pressing slightly.
step 6
Bake in preheated oven for approximately 30 minutes, until golden.
step 7
Remove from oven and allow to cool completely. Remove from pan by lifting the overhanging parchment, then cut into desired squares. Serve and enjoy!
step 7 Remove from oven and allow to cool completely. Remove from pan by lifting the overhanging parchment, then cut into desired squares. Serve and enjoy!
Tags
Comfort Food
Snack
Shellfish-Free
Cookies
Dessert
Vegetarian
Quick & Easy
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