Raspberry Date Squares

A delicious variation of an old favorite.

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Serves: 20
• Yields: 20 Squares

Ingredients

• 2  cups frozen raspberries
• 2  cups dates, pitted
• 1⁄3 cup water, as needed
• 2  cups whole wheat flour
• 1⁄2 cup  non-hydrogenated margarine
• 4  cups quick oats
• 1⁄2 cup  sucanat
• 3⁄4 cup  vegetable oil
• 2  tablespoons water

Directions

1. Place dates, raspberries and water on the stove over medium heat to soften, add water as needed to make a thick date butter.
2. Combine margarine and flour with pastry blender until crumbly. Stir in oats and Sucanat. Stir in vegetable oil and press 2/3 of mixture into a 9 x 9 pan.
3. Spread date mixture over and top with remaining crumbs.
4. Press lightly and bake at 350°F for 20 to 30 minutes, or golden brown on edges.