Orange Chocolate Date Squares

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 180°C. Line an 18x18 cm square baking pan with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and baking soda.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

4. 4

   Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.

5. 5

   Add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined.

6. 6

   Pour in the orange juice and mix until the batter is smooth.

7. 7

   Stir in the chocolate chips, orange zest, and diced dates.

8. 8

   Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.

9. 9

   Bake for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

10. 10

    Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.