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Dessert Recipe: Dark Chocolate, Date, & Oatmeal Bars

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 12 bars
Calories 220
These rich and chewy oatmeal bars combine dark chocolate and dates for a delicious treat that's easy to make and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.

Ingredients

Dairy & Baking

  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter (at room temperature)
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.25 cup light brown sugar (packed)
  • 1 large egg (at room temperature)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup old-fashioned oats
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.25 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 6 ounces bittersweet or dark chocolate (coarsely chopped)
  • 7 Medjool dates (pitted and coarsely chopped (about ½ cup))

Optional Substitutes

  • 0.5 cup chopped dried figs or dried cherries (if dates aren’t preferred)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking pan with parchment paper.
  • Cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
  • Add egg and vanilla; mix well.
  • In a separate bowl, combine flour, oats, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  • Mix dry ingredients into wet, then fold in chopped chocolate and dates.
  • Press batter into prepared pan and bake for 20 minutes. Cool before slicing.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days for best freshness.
Calories: 220kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Keyword: chocolate, Dates, oatmeal