1 1/2 c. flour
1/2 c. rolled oats
1/2 c. brown sugar
1 tbsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1 c. finely shredded carrots
1/2 c. chopped walnuts
1/2 c. chopped dates
2 eggs
1/2 c. butter, melted
1/2 c. milk

In large bowl, mix flour, oats, sugar, baking powder and salt. Stir in carrots, nuts, and dates. In small bowl, beat eggs with fork; beat in butter and milk. Add to flour mixture, stir until blended. Fill greased muffin cups 2/3 full. Bake in preheated 400 degree oven until toothpick inserted comes out clean, 15 to 25 minutes for muffins; 30 to 35 minutes for a 9-inch square coffee cake. Makes 36 muffins or 12 squares.