Lemon Glazed Date Sticks

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(15)

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

Servings:
12
Yield:
2 dozen
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 12 servings

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour

  • ½ teaspoon baking powder

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • 1 egg

  • cup white sugar

  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted and cooled

  • 1 cup dates, pitted and chopped

  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts

  • 1 tablespoon milk

  • 1 tablespoon butter

  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar

  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

  • ½ teaspoon lemon zest

Directions

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

  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.

  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.

  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.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

154 Calories
4g Fat
29g Carbs
2g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 154
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g 5%
Saturated Fat 2g 8%
Cholesterol 21mg 7%
Sodium 89mg 4%
Total Carbohydrate 29g 11%
Dietary Fiber 1g 5%
Total Sugars 23g
Protein 2g 4%
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Calcium 24mg 2%
Iron 1mg 3%
Potassium 106mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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