Raspberry Date Squares

• frozen raspberries↗2 cups
• dates↗2 cups

  pitted

• water↗1⁄3 cup

  as needed

• whole wheat flour↗2 cups
• non-hydrogenated margarine↗1⁄2 cup
• quick oats↗4 cups
• sucanat↗1⁄2 cup
• vegetable oil↗3⁄4 cup
• water↗2 tablespoons

Step-by-step instructions

1. 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. 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. 3

   Spread date mixture over and top with remaining crumbs.

4. 4

   Press lightly and bake at 350°F for 20 to 30 minutes, or golden brown on edges.