Date Waffles

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup finely chopped pecans
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup finely chopped dates
• 1-3/4 cups whole milk
• 2 large eggs, separated
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup half-and-half cream
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 2 tablespoons orange juice
• 1 tablespoon grated orange zest