Date Pudding Cobbler

Yield: 9 servings

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups brown sugar, packed, divided
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 tablespoon cold butter
• 1/2 cup milk
• 3/4 cup chopped dates
• 3/4 cup chopped walnuts
• 1 cup water
• Whipped cream, for garnish
• Ground cinnamon, for garnish

Instructions

1. In a bowl, combine flour, 1/2 cup brown sugar and baking powder.
2. Cut in butter until crumbly.
3. Gradually add the milk, dates and walnuts.
4. In saucepan, combine water and remaining brown sugar; bring to a boil. Remove from heat; add the date mixture and mix well.
5. Transfer to a greased 8 inch square baking pan.
6. Bake at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes or until golden brown.
7. If desired, top each serving with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkling of cinnamon.