Lemon Glazed Date Sticks

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

Original recipe makes 2 dozen

Ingredients

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 egg
1/3 cup white sugar
1 tablespoon butter, melted and cooled
1 cup dates, pitted and chopped
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon milk
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup confectioners’ sugar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest

Directions

Sift the flour with baking powder and salt. Set aside.
Beat egg and add sugar slowly. Blend in 1 tablespoon butter or margarine. Stir in dates and nuts. Gradually add flour mixture, mixing well.
Pour into a greased 8×8 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.
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.