1/3 c. mashed banana
1/2 c. softened butter
3 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
1 1/4 c. water
3 c. unbleached white flour
1 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. baking powder
1 1/2 c. chopped dates

TOPPING:

1/3 c. chopped dates
1/3 c. chopped nuts
1/3 c. flaked coconut

Mix butter and bananas until creamy, add eggs, vanilla and water, beat well. Add flour, baking soda and baking powder. Mix well, stir in 1 1/2 cup chopped dates, pour batter into oiled and floured 9x13 inch baking pan. Combine topping ingredients, sprinkle over batter. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes. Cool on wire rack, 8 to 10 servings.