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Source of Recipe


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List of Ingredients




1/3 cup pitted dates, chopped fine
1/2 cup boiling water (1/2 cup or so)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 cup shortening
1/4 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups cornflakes



Recipe



In small cup, cover chopped dates with boiling water and let soak for 10 - 15 minutes. Drain liquid and discard.

Combine flour, cocoa and baking powder and set aside.

In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in dates and beat in vanilla extract. Gradually blend in the dry ingredients. Fold in cornflakes.

Break off pieces of dough (walnut sized). Roll into balls and place 1-1/2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet.

Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 12 - 15 minutes or until firm. Cool on wire racks.

YIELD: 3-4 Dozen