Matrimonial Bliss

Indulge in the comforting layers of "Matrimonial Bliss," a classic dessert bar that marries the rich sweetness of pitted dates with the hearty texture of rolled oats. This recipe features a luscious homemade date filling, simmered to perfection with a hint of lemon juice for a subtle tang, and nestled between buttery oat crumble layers. Perfectly rustic and irresistibly chewy, these bars are baked to a golden finish, creating a dessert that’s as satisfying as it is nostalgic. Simple to prepare with pantry staples like flour, brown sugar, and baking soda, this treat is ideal for sharing at gatherings or savoring with a warm cup of tea. Ready in just an hour and yielding 12 generous servings, "Matrimonial Bliss" is a timeless favorite that’s perfect for any occasion. Keywords: date bars recipe, oat crumble bars, easy dessert bars, nostalgic baking recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 400 grams pitted dates
• 250 milliliters water
• 50 grams granulated sugar
• 10 milliliters lemon juice
• 150 grams all-purpose flour
• 150 grams rolled oats
• 150 grams brown sugar
• 150 grams unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the dates, water, and granulated sugar. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the dates break down and the mixture turns into a thick paste.

Step 3

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the lemon juice. Set the date filling aside to cool.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.

Step 5

Pour the melted butter into the dry ingredients and stir until the mixture is evenly combined and crumbly.

Step 6

Press half of the oat mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish to form the base layer.

Step 7

Spread the cooled date filling over the base layer, making sure it is evenly distributed.

Step 8

Crumble the remaining oat mixture over the date layer, gently pressing it down to form the top crust.

Step 9

Bake the bars in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.

Step 10

Allow the bars to cool completely in the baking dish before slicing into squares or rectangles.

Step 11

Serve as is, or pair with a cup of tea or coffee for a delightful treat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1321.2 grams (1321.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4078

Total Fat 134.30g	172%
Saturated Fat 79.10g	395%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 328mg	109%
Sodium 2509mg	109%
Total Carbohydrate 711.70g	259%
Dietary Fiber 46.80g	167%
Total Sugars 462.20g
Protein 49.30g	99%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 529mg	41%
Iron 19mg	104%
Potassium 3830mg	81%

*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: 28.4%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 66.9%