Food & Cooking Recipes Dessert & Treats Recipes Cookie Recipes Coconut-Date Bars 3.2 (81) 8 Reviews By Martha Stewart Test Kitchen Martha Stewart Test Kitchen The recipes developed by our test kitchen team have undergone a rigorous process of development and testing, ensuring that every element is optimal, from ingredient amounts to method and cooking time. This process includes triple-testing recipes to ensure they meet our high standards. The many stellar cooks and food editors who have been part of our team include Sarah Carey, Lucinda Scala Quinn, Jennifer Aaronson, Shira Bocar, Anna Kovel, Greg Lofts, Riley Wofford, Lauren Tyrell, and Lindsay Leopold. Editorial Guidelines Updated on June 12, 2017 Print Rate It Share Share Tweet Pin Email Servings: 8 This easy, no-bake dessert has just three healthy ingredients: dates, shredded coconut, and chopped walnuts. Ingredients 3 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut 1 pound very soft dates, pitted ¼ cup walnuts, toasted and finely chopped Directions Sprinkle 2 tablespoons coconut over the bottom of an 8-inch square baking dish. Firmly press dates into coconut, covering bottom of dish. Sprinkle with remaining tablespoon coconut and the walnuts, gently pressing into dates. Cut into 2-inch squares. Cook's Notes To test for softness, squeeze a date between your fingers. If it mashes easily, proceed with the recipe as directed. If it's more fibrous or dry, pulse dates in a food processor until a thick paste forms. Using a piece of parchment paper is helpful when pressing dates into pan. Bars can be stored in an airtight container 2 to 3 days. Rate it Print