Step by Step
- Grease bottom of baking pan with butter
Filling
- Chop 3 C dates and add 1 C * simple syrup.
- Cook, stirring frequently, until thickened – about 10 minutes
* Simple Syrup
- 1 C water plus 1 C sugar
- Bring to low heat and stir to dissolve
Bottom and Top Layers
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Pulse together 1 C packed brown sugar, 1 C cold butter, 2 C AP flour, 1 C raw oats, 1/2 tsp baking soda and 1/2 tsp salt
Assembly and Baking
- Press 1/2 of the flour mixture into the bottom of the pan
- Spread your filling over the mixture
- Top with the other half of the flour mixture, lightly pressing to make even
- Bake at 350° for 25-35 minutes or until browned.
- Cool on a wire rack at least 5 minutes
- Cut into bars while still warm
