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Directions

1. 1
   Beat butter in a medium mixing bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed for 30 seconds.
2. 2
   Add brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt; beat until combined.
3. 3
   Add sour cream, egg, and vanilla; beat until well combined.
4. 4
   Beat in as much flour as you can.
5. 5
   Stir in any remaining flour, dates, and walnuts.
6. 6
   Drop by well-rounded teaspoons 2 inches apart onto an ungreased cookie sheet.
7. 7
   Bake in a 400F (200C) oven for 8 to 10 minutes or until light brown.
8. 8
   Cool on a wire rack.
9. 9
   Drizzle with Powdered Sugar Frosting.
10. 10
    Makes 36.
11. 11
    Powdered Sugar Icing: Stir together 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar and enough milk 1 to 2 tablespoon to make of drizzling consistency.