Date Slices
Date Slices. Follow this simple method to recreate a beloved classic at home.
Ingrédients
- 1 cup chopped dates
- 1 cup cup
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 1/2 cup flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla essence
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Cook the dates: In a pot, boil chopped dates and water together until soft. Stir in baking soda and let it foam slightly. Set aside to cool.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and creamy.
- Add egg and vanilla: Mix in the egg and vanilla essence.
- Combine dry ingredients: Add flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix into a soft dough.
- Assemble: Press half the dough into a greased baking tray. Spread the cooled date mixture over it. Top with remaining dough (you can crumble it over or press gently).
- Bake: Bake at 180°C for about 25–30 minutes until golden.
- Finish & slice: Let it cool slightly, then cut into squares or slices. Dust with coconut or icing sugar if desired.
