Ingredients
2 cups sugar2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt2 cups chopped dates2 cups chopped walnuts or pecans4 large eggs, lightly beaten, room temperature2 tablespoons butter, melted1 teaspoon vanilla extractConfectioners’ sugar
Preparation
In a large bowl, combine the sugar, flour, baking powder, salt, dates and nuts. Add the eggs, butter and vanilla; stir just until dry ingredients are moistened (batter will be very stiff).
Spread in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool bars on a wire rack. Dust with confectioners’ sugar.
