How do you use date paste instead of sugar?

When substituting granulated sugar for Date Paste use a 1:1 ratio where for every 1 cup of sugar use 1 cup of Date Paste instead . If you are using it as a substitute for maple syrup use a 2:1 ratio where you double the amount of Date Paste per required amount of maple syrup.

How to use dried dates?

And, they're easily turned into date syrup, a natural sweetener for coffee or baking. But even more common dates, sold in bags near the raisins, make an excellent snack, and blend gorgeously in smoothies and desserts , eliminating the need for additional sugar.

Is date paste healthier than sugar?

Because, in addition to being a great natural sugar substitute and better for you than refined sugars , dates have many health benefits including: Being high in fiber, which is incredibly important for digestion. Being a source of potassium, copper, magnesium, manganese and B vitamins.

Is date paste OK for diabetics?

Dates boast an impressive nutrient profile but are quite sweet. Yet, they're packed with fiber, which helps your body absorb its sugars more slowly. When eaten in moderation, they're a safe and nutritious choice for people living with diabetes .

Can you use date paste to sweeten coffee?

Yes, you can use date paste in coffee to replace sugar and other sweeteners at a ratio of 1:1 .

What is date paste good for?

Date paste has been consumed for millennia in a variety of foods around the world. Today, they're used in the food industry as a filling for pastries and biscuits, and as a healthier substitute for sugar in cereals, puddings, baked goods, energy bars, ice cream and confections .

Does date paste need to be refrigerated?

Date paste will last safely up to 3 months in the refrigerator, however after 1 month it may start to dry out. Keep the paste sealed in an airtight container in the fridge to use as needed . You can also freeze date paste for up to 1 year! Simply put it in a freezer-safe airtight container or bag.

Can date paste be substituted for brown sugar?

Not to be confused with date palm sugar, which is similar in composition to coconut sugar, date sugar is made from ground, dehydrated dates. While it is also somewhat drier than brown sugar, this option has rich caramel flavor and can be used 1:1 as a brown sugar replacement in any recipe .

Date and Oat Slice Recipe (2024)

Published: Feb 9, 2021 · Modified: Jan 24, 2023 by Marianne Rogerson · This post may contain affiliate links.

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This date and oat slice recipe gives you a sticky, sweet and scrumptious oat slice that is perfect for an afternoon snack or putting in school lunch boxes.

I think a rolled oat slice always makes a great afternoon snack. It's filling enough to get you through to dinner time and this chewy date slice is sticky and sweet, so perfect for fulfilling those afternoon sweet-tooth cravings.

I have my friend Claire to thank for this recipe. She didn't give me the recipe - rather she gave me a date and coconut slice she had bought at a cafe and asked me if I could recreate it!

Well I love a challenge, and it took me a few goes... but I think I have finally got it right. Enjoy!

Ingredients for oat and date slice

This oat and date slice recipe uses the following ingredients:

Rolled oats
All purpose flour / plain flour
Brown sugar (see below)
Shredded coconut
Pitted dates
Butter
Honey

If you are looking for a really healthy oat slice recipe, you may be put off by the amount of sugar in this recipe (½ cup). I have tried reducing it but it made the oat slice a bit too dry and crumbly for my liking.

You could try substituting it with maple syrup if you prefer to have no refined sugar.

How to make a date oat slice

This is really such a simple recipe - it takes just minutes to mix all the ingredients together.

First mix the dry ingredients together in a large bowl.

Next melt together the butter, honey and dates until the dates are soft.

Next mix this mixture into the dry ingredients and put into the tin to bake.

I use a loaf tin for this as it fits the ingredients perfectly. You could also double the recipe and use a larger tin.

Line the loaf tin with baking paper to make sure it doesn't stick. This also makes it easy to lift it out for cutting.

Bake for 18-20 minutes then allow it to cool in the tin before cutting the sticky date slice into squares.

Like this recipe? You may also like these:

ANZAC Slice
Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
ANZAC Biscuits
Nut Free Chocolate Bliss Balls

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