Recipe Steps
- Preheat oven to 180°C/350°F/Gas 4. Lightly grease a swiss roll tin 28cms x 18cms (11″ x 7″).
- Put the water, sugar and dates into a saucepan over a medium heat, stirring occasionally until mixture thickens and comes to the boil. Allow to cool.
- Place all the Ingredients for the crust into a mixing bowl and rub in the butter until mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
- Press half the crust into the prepared tin. Spoon filling over the base and sprinkle the remaining crust on top. Press down well.
- Bake for about 30 minutes until browned.
- Cool completely and cut into squares or bars.
Junior Big Bake Competition
For over 180 years, Odlums has been at the heart of baking in Irish homes – it’s time to pass down the wooden spoon to the next generation.Â
Got a budding baker at home? Share their favourite bake and they could be in with a chance to win some fantastic prizes.
Whether your child is just starting out with flour covered hands, or is already a confident weekend baker, we’d love to see what they can create. From simple family favourites to show-stopping bakes, every creation has its place.



