Date Chewies

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350 degrees.
2. 2
   Butter 2 cookie sheets.
3. 3
   Using electric mixer, cream butter and sugar at medium speed until light, about 3 minutes.
4. 4
   Beat in eggs, one at a time, then sour cream.
5. 5
   Sift flours, baking powder and soda, and allspice together.
6. 6
   Add to butter mixture and mix just until blended.
7. 7
   Stir in walnuts and dates.
8. 8
   Drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls 1-1/2 inches apart onto prepared cookie sheets.
9. 9
   Bake until lightly browned, 15-17 minutes.
10. 10
    Transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
11. 11
    Store in airtight containers.