Gramma’s Date Squares
The best recipe for delicious date squares with layers of goodness made with butter and a crust made with chewy oatmeal. This sweet treat will be enjoyed by the entire family.

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Combine oats pastry flour 1 cup brown sugar baking soda and salt in a large bowl.

Mix in butter until crumbly.

Press half of the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch square baking pan.

Combine dates water and remaining 1/3 cup brown sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat.

Bring to a boil and cook until thickened.

Stir in lemon juice and remove from heat.

Spread the filling over the base and spread the remaining crumb mixture on top.

Bake in the preheated oven until the top is lightly toasted 20 to 25 minutes.

Cool before cutting into 12 squares.