Apple Date Squares
Fresh and yummy bites of goodness that are perfect for dessert or breakfast.
Prep Time 30 minutes mins
Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr
Course Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine American
- ½ cup shortening
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 ½ cups sifted flour
- 1 tsp. baking soda
- ¼ tsp. salt
- 2 cups finely chopped tart apples
- 1 cup cut up dates
Topping
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp. cinnamon
- ½ cup chopped pecans or other nuts
Preheat oven to 350.
With a hand or stand mixer, cream shortening and sugar. Add the egg and beat well.
Add sifted flour, baking soda, and salt and mix to a slightly crumbly consistency.
Fold in apples and dates.
Spread mixture into a 11" x 7" x 2" baking dish (or any dish that's similar in size)
Mix the brown sugar, cinnamon and nuts for the topping and sprinkle evenly over the apple mixture.
Bake at 350° for 30 to 35 minutes. Cut into squares and serve warm.