Aunt Annie's Date Squares
Recipe Introduction
This is a recipe from our Aunt in Kingsville, Ontario, Canada. Enjoyed many times at our Family Reunions.
List of Ingredients
- DATE FILLING:
- 1 lb. dates
- 1 c. water
- 1/2 c. white sugar
- 1 tsp. lemon juice
- CRUST:
- 1 3/4 c. oatmeal
- 1 1/2 c. flour
- 1 c. brown sugar
- 1 tsp. baking soda
- 1 tsp. salt
- 3/4 c. margarine, melted
Instructions
- DATE FILLING:
- Combine ingredients in medium saucepan and bring to a boil; cook until thickened. Stir frequently.
- Set aside until filling cools.
- CRUST:
- Combine all ingredients to make a crumb mixture.
- Spread half of the crumb mixture in a greased 8x12 inch pan. Spoon date filling over crumbs. Spread evenly, then sprinkle with the remaining crumb mixture. Pat lightly.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes.
Final Comments
Please Enjoy!
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