Oatmeal Date Cookies
Description
These cookies are easy to make and one of my favorites.
Ingredients
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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3/4 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 cup packed brown sugar
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1 cup shortening
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3 eggs
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1/2 cup white sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 cups quick cooking oats
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1 cup dates, pitted and chopped
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1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Directions
1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) and grease cookie sheets.
2
In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3
In a large bowl, cream together shortening and both sugars until light and fluffy, using an electric mixer at medium speed.
4
Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each. Blend in vanilla.
5
Gradually add dry ingredients to creamed mixture, mixing well with a spoon.
6
Stir in oats, dates, and walnuts.
7
Drop dough by teaspoonfuls about 2 inches apart on a cookie sheet.
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Bake for 8 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove from cookie sheets to cool on racks.