Lemon Glazed Date Sticks

These are tangy and sweet and VERY addicting. The recipe doubles well.

• Calories: 154 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon milk
• 1 egg
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• 1 cup confectioners' sugar
• 1 cup dates, pitted and chopped
• ⅓ cup white sugar
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• ¼ cup chopped walnuts
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon butter, melted and cooled
• ½ teaspoon lemon zest

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Sift the flour with baking powder and salt. Set aside.

Step 2

Beat egg and add sugar slowly. Blend in 1 tablespoon butter or margarine. Stir in dates and nuts. Gradually add flour mixture, mixing well.

Step 3

Pour into a greased 8x8 inch pan, spreading evenly. Bake at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) for 25-30 minutes. Cool in pan on wire rack. Spread top with glaze and cut into 24 sticks.

Step 4

To Make Glaze: Combine 1 tablespoon milk, 1 tablespoon margarine, 1 cup confectioners' sugar, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, and 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon rind. Heat over low heat until well blended. Cool slightly before pouring over cookies.