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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 1 |
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Ingredients:
2 (8-ounce) packages pitted dates, chopped |
2 1/2 cups chopped candied red cherries |
1/2 cup chopped candied citron (optional) |
3 cups all-purpose flour, divided |
4 cups chopped walnuts |
1/4 teaspoon baking soda |
2 tablespoons water |
1 cup butter or margarine, softened |
2 1/2 cups sugar |
4 eggs |
1 teaspoon baking powder |
dash of salt |
1 teaspoon vanilla extract |
Directions:
1. Combine dates, cherries, and citron, if desired, in a large mixing bowl; add 1 cup flour, stirring to coat well. Add walnuts, stirring well; set aside.
2. Combine soda and water, stirring well; set aside.
3. Cream butter in a large mixing bowl; gradually add sugar, beating well. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. Sift together remaining flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium mixing bowl. Add to creamed mixture; stir well. Add dissolved soda and vanilla, stirring well. Stir in reserved fruit mixture.
5. Drop dough by heaping teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart onto greased cookie sheets. Bake at 275° for 30 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove from cookie sheets, and cool on wire racks. Store in airtight containers.
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