Gluten-Free Classic Date Bars

Indulge in the timeless charm of Gluten-Free Classic Date Bars—a perfect fusion of nostalgic flavors and modern dietary needs. These wholesome bars pair a luscious, naturally sweet date filling infused with vanilla and a hint of zesty lemon juice, with a crumbly, buttery crust made from gluten-free oats and almond flour. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this easy recipe is ideal for satisfying sweet cravings or serving as a wholesome snack for any occasion. Baking soda adds the perfect lightness to the texture, while a sprinkle of brown sugar and salt creates a harmonious balance of flavors. Whether you enjoy them as a midday treat or dessert, these gluten-free date bars will quickly become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 400 grams Pitted Dates
• 180 ml Water
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
• 180 grams Gluten-Free Oats
• 120 grams Almond Flour
• 100 grams Brown Sugar
• 115 grams Unsalted Butter
• 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the pitted dates and water. Cook while stirring often until the dates are soft and have absorbed most of the water, about 10 minutes.

Step 3

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and lemon juice. Set aside to cool slightly while you prepare the crust.

Step 4

In a large bowl, mix together the gluten-free oats, almond flour, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt.

Step 5

Melt the unsalted butter and pour it over the dry mixture. Stir until the mixture forms a crumbly dough.

Step 6

Press half of the oat and flour mixture into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly and pressing down firmly to form the bottom crust.

Step 7

Spread the date mixture evenly over the bottom crust.

Step 8

Crumble the remaining oat mixture over the date layer, pressing gently to ensure it adheres.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1124.4 grams (1124.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3702

Total Fat 172.90g	222%
Saturated Fat 64.00g	320%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 255mg	85%
Sodium 2494mg	108%
Total Carbohydrate 546.80g	199%
Dietary Fiber 57.70g	206%
Total Sugars 372.70g
Protein 56.30g	113%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 723mg	56%
Iron 15mg	86%
Potassium 3641mg	77%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.2%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 55.1%