Gooey Caramel Date Squares
Introduction:
A truly memorable dessert bar begins with a solid, flavorful foundation, and these golden crumb date bars deliver exactly that. Designed to support a luscious caramel-date center, this buttery oat base offers the perfect balance of structure and tenderness. With every bite, you experience a subtle crunch followed by a soft, melt-in-your-mouth finish that makes these bars impossible to resist.
This recipe focuses on the essential building block of the dessert—the crust and crumb topping. Simple ingredients come together to create a rich, bakery-style base that enhances the sweetness of the filling without overpowering it. Whether you are baking for family, guests, or yourself, this foundation sets the stage for something truly special.
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats (old-fashioned or quick-cooking)
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted