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Ingredients :
⅓ cup dates, pitted and chopped
½ cup boiling water
1 cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
¾ cup shortening
¼ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups cornflakes cereal
Methods :
Step 1
In small cup, cover chopped dates with boiling water and let soak for 10 – 15 minutes. (If necessary, add additional boiling water to cover.) Drain liquid and discard.
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Step 2
Combine flour, cocoa and baking powder and set aside.
Step 3
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 corn flakes.
Step 4
Break off pieces of dough (walnut sized). Roll into balls and place 1-1/2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet.
Step 5
Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 12 – 15 minutes or until firm. Cool on wire racks.
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