Fruit 'n Nut Drops

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 375F.
2. 2
   Beat cream cheese, butter and sugar in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended.
3. 3
   Add egg; mix well.
4. 4
   Combine flour, baking soda and salt.
5. 5
   Gradually add to cream cheese mixture, beating until well blended after each addition.
6. 6
   Stir in dates, chopped walnuts and cherries.
7. 7
   Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough, 2 inches apart, onto greased baking sheets.
8. 8
   Top each with a walnut half.
9. 9
   Bake 9 to 11 min.
10. 10
    or until edges are lightly browned.
11. 11
    Remove from baking sheets to wire racks.
12. 12
    Cool completely.