Diabetic Date Squares

Diabetic Date Squares

Ingredients:

Bottom and Top Mixture

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups oatmeal
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup Splenda sugar substitute
3/4 cup softened light margarine

Filling

500 g ( 1 lb) dates (suitable for baking)
1 1/4 cups hot water
1/2 cup Splenda sugar substitute

Yield: 24 2inch squares

Preheat oven: 375 F (190 C).

FILLING: Mix dates, SPLENDA Granular and hot water and cook over medium heat until smooth and consistent.

BOTTOM AND TOP MIXTURE: Mix all dry ingredients.

Cut in softened margarine.

Spread half of mixture onto well greased 8 x 12 pan and press down evenly.

Add filling and spread evenly.

Add other half of mixture on top of filling.

Bake 375 F (190 C) for 25- 30 minutes.

B-man :wink: