Afghans

The cookies this quick and easy recipe delivers are chocolate-y, chewy, and sweet thanks to the addition of dates.

• Calories: 50 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• ¼ cup white sugar
• ¾ cup shortening
• 2 cups cornflakes cereal
• ⅓ cup dates, pitted and chopped
• ½ cup boiling water

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In small cup, cover chopped dates with boiling water and let soak for 10 - 15 minutes. (If necessary, add additional boiling water to cover.) Drain liquid and discard.

Step 2

Combine flour, cocoa and baking powder and set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in dates and beat in vanilla extract. Gradually blend in the dry ingredients. Fold in corn flakes.

Step 4

Break off pieces of dough (walnut sized). Roll into balls and place 1-1/2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet.

Step 5

Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 12 - 15 minutes or until firm. Cool on wire racks.