Date Nut Drops Recipe

Directions

1. 1
   Combine dates, 1/2 c. sugar, and water in saucepan.
2. 2
   Cook, stirring occasionally, till mix is the consistency of very thick jam.
3. 3
   Cold.
4. 4
   Cream butter; add in sugars gradually, beating till light and fluffy.
5. 5
   Beat in Large eggs and vanilla.
6. 6
   Sift together dry ingredients.
7. 7
   Add in to creamed mix, blending thoroughly.
8. 8
   Stir in nut and date mix.
9. 9
   Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls on greased baking sheet.
10. 10
    Bake in a moderate oven (375 degrees) 12 to 15 min.
11. 11
    Makes 12 dozen.
12. 12
    Cold on rack; package in freezer containers with tight fitting lids.
13. 13
    Seal, label, date, and freeze.
14. 14
    Recommended storage time, 9 to 12 months.
15. 15
    To serve, let thaw in container a few min.