Date-Walnut Oat Crumble Bars

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Step 1

Cook the dates: Put dates and water in a small saucepan. Simmer over medium-low heat for 5–7 minutes, stirring and smashing them with a spoon. You want a thick, spreadable paste. Add honey, spices and salt.

Step 2

Heat oven to 350°F.

Step 3

Mix oats, flour, sugar, walnuts, cinnamon and salt. Pour in melted butter and mix until you have coarse, buttery crumbs.

Step 4

Press about 60% of the crumble firmly into a greased 8×8 pan.

Step 5

Spread the date mixture over it.

Step 6

Scatter the remaining crumble over the top, but don't press it down.

Step 7

Bake 30–35 minutes, until the top is nicely browned.

Step 8

Cool for at least 30 minutes before cutting.

Step 9

🔥 One upgrade I'd strongly recommend: Honey-Butter Drizzle. Mix honey, butter, cinnamon, and salt in a pan. Warm together on low heat.

Step 10

And toast the walnuts first if you can—350°F for about 6–8 minutes. That will make these taste considerably more sophisticated than the ingredient list suggests.