Oatmeal Date Cookies

These cookies are easy to make and one of my favorites.

• Preparation Time: 25 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 233 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 3 eggs
• 1 cup shortening
• 2 cups quick cooking oats
• 1 cup dates, pitted and chopped
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup white sugar
• 0.75 teaspoon baking soda

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each. Blend in vanilla.

Step 2

Bake for 8 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove from cookie sheets to cool on racks.

Step 3

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) and grease cookie sheets.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 5

In a large bowl, cream together shortening and both sugars until light and fluffy, using an electric mixer at medium speed.

Step 6

Gradually add dry ingredients to creamed mixture, mixing well with a spoon.

Step 7

Stir in oats, dates, and walnuts.

Step 8

Drop dough by teaspoonfuls about 2 inches apart on a cookie sheet.