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

TOPPING:

1/2 c. chopped dates
1/3 c. chopped walnuts
1/3 c. flaked coconut

Beta together banana and butter until creamy. Add vanilla and water; beat. Add dry ingredients. Mix well. Stir in dates (1 cup). Spoon batter into 9 x 13 pan or 2 loaf pans. Combine topping ingredients and sprinkle on top of batter. Bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes in a 9 x 13 pan or for 30-40 minutes in loaf pans.