8 oz. box dates, cut up
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 stick butter
1 c. boiling water
1 1/2 c. flour
1 c. sugar
1 egg, beaten
1 c. nuts

Over cut up dates, add soda and hot water. Add butter, egg, sugar, flour and nuts. Bake at 375 degrees for 30 minutes.

BROILED TOPPING:

1/2 stick butter
2/3 c. light brown sugar
4 tbsp. cream
1 can coconut

Spread over cake and place under broiler until browned.