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Prep Time: 40 minutes | Baking Time: 30 minutes | Makes: 50 squares | Freezing: excellent Filling 1 lb (500 g) dates, pitted and chopped (about 3 cups/750 mL) 1 cup (250 mL) Crown ® /BeeHive ® Golden Corn Syrup ½ cup (125 mL) water ¼ cup (50 mL) packed dark brown sugar ¼ cup (50 mL) lemon juice 1 cup (250 mL) chopped almonds, pecans or walnuts, toasted (optional) Base & Topping 1 cup (250 mL) butter, softened 1 ½ cups (375 mL) packed dark brown sugar 2 cups (500 mL) Robin Hood ® Nutri ™ Flour Blend 2 cups (500 mL) Robin Hood Oats ½ tsp (2 mL) baking soda, salt; each 1. Preheat oven to 350ºF (180ºC). Lightly grease and line a 9" x 13" (3 L) baking dish with parchment paper, overlapping 2 sides for easy removal. 2. Filling: In a medium saucepan, combine dates, corn syrup, water, sugar and lemon juice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring often, until thickened, about 10 minutes. This will make about 3 cups (750 mL) of filling. Cool for 15 minutes. Stir in nuts. 3. Base & Topping: In a medium bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add remaining dry ingredients. Mixture may be a bit crumbly. Reserve 2 cups (500 mL) for topping. 4. Pat remaining mixture onto bottom of prepared dish. Spread cooled date mixture over base. Sprinkle remaining 2 cups (500 mL) of dry mixture. 5. Bake in preheated oven 25-30 minutes, or until top is golden brown. Chill 2-3 hours and cut into squares. Crunchy Nut Date Squares This flavour flashback will bring back memories of your childhood and the after-school treats your mom made. Tips: • Try pairing with Folgers Classic Roast ® Coffee for a sweet afternoon treat. • To toast nuts, heat oven to 350°F (180°C) and bake for 10 minutes. • Make some extra squares and place in Limited Edition Holiday Ziploc ® brand Containers as sweet party favours for your guests. 24

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