Date cake

Dates flnnings are a common way to prepare Dates in the Middle east region. Fillings such as Almonds, Choclate Chips, pistachios, etc. can be stuffed inside a Date either by slicing a Date open in the middle, or making a horizontal hole thru the date and pushing the stuffing inside. either way it is a delicious snack that can be eaten after dinner ith some Tea or home blended Arabian Coffee.

Quick Recipe on how to make this delicacy:

1--In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until easy to handle.

2--On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 2-1/2-in. cookie cutter. Place 1 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.

3--In a small saucepan, combine filling ingredients. Cook over medium heat for 3 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Cool to room temperature. Spread on the bottoms of half of the cookies; top with remaining cookies. Yield: 3 dozen.

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