Orange Date Square

Brighten up your dessert repertoire with these irresistible Orange Date Squares, a treat that perfectly balances chewy, naturally sweet dates with the citrusy zest of fresh oranges. This easy-to-follow recipe combines the comforting crunch of oats with a buttery, crumbly base and topping, sandwiching a luscious date-orange filling that’s cooked to perfection with fresh orange juice and zest. Ready in under an hour, this delightful bake is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth, whether served as a snack, a tea-time indulgence, or a light dessert. With wholesome ingredients like rolled oats and the natural sweetness of dates, these squares are a timeless classic with a refreshing twist, sure to please any crowd!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 2 cups Pitted dates, chopped
• 1 cup Fresh orange juice
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 1 cup Brown sugar, packed
• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Rolled oats
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cup Unsalted butter, melted

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped dates and orange juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the dates break down into a thick paste (about 5-7 minutes). Stir in the orange zest and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, flour, rolled oats, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

Step 4

Pour the melted butter into the dry ingredients and mix until a crumbly texture forms.

Step 5

Press half of the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the base.

Step 6

Spread the date and orange mixture evenly over the base, reaching all the edges.

Step 7

Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture evenly over the date layer, pressing lightly to adhere.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Let the square cool completely in the pan on a wire rack, then lift it out using the parchment overhang. Cut into 16 squares and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1265.8 grams (1265.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4192

Total Fat 156.60g	201%
Saturated Fat 93.20g	466%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 388mg	129%
Sodium 1300mg	57%
Total Carbohydrate 681.50g	248%
Dietary Fiber 45.60g	163%
Total Sugars 417.90g
Protein 51.10g	102%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 451mg	35%
Iron 19mg	107%
Potassium 3603mg	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: 32.5%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 62.8%