Date-filled Oatmeal Bars
Dates are one of the oldest cultivated fruits, with a history dating back over 6,000 years.
This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.
Date-filled Oatmeal Bars
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish.
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In a large bowl, combine oats, almond flour, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
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In a small saucepan, melt coconut oil over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in maple syrup and vanilla extract.
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Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix well.
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Press half of the oat mixture into the prepared baking dish to form the crust.
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In a food processor, blend dates, water, and lemon juice until smooth.
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Spread the date filling evenly over the crust.
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Crumble the remaining oat mixture over the date filling.
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Optional: Sprinkle chopped nuts over the top.
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Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
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Allow to cool for 10 minutes before cutting into bars.
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Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 220kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 7g11%
- Total Carbohydrate 37g13%
- Sugars 18g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
