German Oatmeal Date Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1/2 cup dates, chopped
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. In a large bowl, mix together flour, oats, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
3. Add butter and mix until crumbly.
4. Stir in dates and walnuts.
5. In a small bowl, beat egg and vanilla extract together. Add to the flour mixture and mix until dough forms.
6. Drop dough by teaspoonfuls onto a greased baking sheet.
7. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until lightly browned.
8. Remove from baking sheet and let cool on wire rack.

Interesting Facts

• Oatmeal cookies are believed to have originated in Scotland.
• Dates are a good source of fiber and contain important minerals, such as calcium, iron, and potassium.
• Cinnamon is a powerful antioxidant, and has anti-inflammatory properties.