Oatmeal Cookie Bars

Dairy Free
Oatmeal Cookie Bars
45 min.
48
103kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Oatmeal Cookie Bars, a perfect dessert that combines the wholesome goodness of oats with the natural sweetness of dates. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply craving a treat, these bars are sure to impress your family and friends. With a rich, chewy texture and a hint of lemon, they offer a unique twist on traditional oatmeal cookies.

What makes these bars even more appealing is that they are completely dairy-free, making them a great option for those with dietary restrictions or anyone looking to enjoy a lighter dessert. Each bar is packed with flavor while keeping the calorie count at a modest 103 kcal, allowing you to indulge without the guilt.

Ready in just 45 minutes, these Oatmeal Cookie Bars are not only easy to make but also yield a generous 48 servings, making them ideal for parties, potlucks, or simply stocking up your snack drawer. The combination of brown sugar and white sugar creates a perfect balance of sweetness, while the quick-cooking oats provide a satisfying chew. The date filling adds a luscious layer that elevates these bars to a whole new level of deliciousness.

So, gather your ingredients and get ready to bake a batch of these scrumptious Oatmeal Cookie Bars that everyone will love. They are sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire!

Ingredients

  • cup brown sugar packed
  • 2.5 cups dates pitted chopped
  • 1.5 cups flour all-purpose sifted
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • 1.5 cups oats quick
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.8 cup shortening 
  • 0.7 cup water 
  • 0.8 cup granulated sugar white

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • wire rack

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Grease a 9x13 inch pan.
  2. To make Filling: In a saucepan over low heat, combine dates, water, white sugar, and lemon juice.
  3. Heat for about 8 minutes, or until thick. Set aside to let cool.
  4. To make Pastry: In a large bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, oats and salt.
  5. Mix until well blended.
  6. Add in shortening until mixture forms into coarse crumbs.
  7. Press half of pastry mix into pan. Cover with date mixture and spread remaining pastry mix over the top.
  8. Bake 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Let cool on wire rack before cutting.

Nutrition Facts

Calories103kcal
Protein3.53%
Fat28.99%
Carbs67.48%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.46
Glycemic Load
7.97
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.8656521642014%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.13mg
Eriodictyol
0.03mg
Hesperetin
0.09mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:103.11kcal
5.16%
Fat:3.46g
5.32%
Saturated Fat:0.84g
5.24%
Carbohydrates:18.1g
6.03%
Net Carbohydrates:17.14g
6.23%
Sugar:12.48g
13.87%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:26.14mg
1.14%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.95g
1.89%
Manganese:0.16mg
7.94%
Fiber:0.96g
3.83%
Selenium:2.49µg
3.56%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.27%
Magnesium:11.48mg
2.87%
Folate:9.58µg
2.4%
Iron:0.41mg
2.3%
Phosphorus:20.8mg
2.08%
Potassium:70.28mg
2.01%
Vitamin K:2µg
1.91%
Vitamin B3:0.35mg
1.77%
Copper:0.03mg
1.69%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.65%
Vitamin E:0.22mg
1.47%
Vitamin B5:0.11mg
1.09%
Source:Allrecipes