Ingredients

  • 2 c. all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. soda
  • 1/4 tsp. nutmeg
  • 3/4 c. (1 1/2 sticks) margarine
  • 3/4 c. light brown sugar, firmly packed
  • 3/4 c. granulated sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 c. canned applesauce
  • 2 c. quick cooking oatmeal
  • 1 c. dates, cut into small pieces

Method

  • Combine flour, salt, soda and nutmeg.
  • Beat butter and sugar together in mixer until light and fluffy.
  • Add egg; beat at high speed for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in flour mixture alternately with applesauce.
  • Blend well until batter is smooth.
  • Stir in dates and oatmeal.
  • Spread in 10 x 15 x 1-inch jelly roll pan.
  • Bake at 350° for 25 minutes or until done.
  • Sprinkle with powdered sugar.
  • Cut into squares.