3/4 c. brown sugar, packed
1 tbsp. vinegar
2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp. baking powder
1 egg, slightly beaten
1 c. butter
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. salt
24 pitted dates
4 c. puffed rice or puffed wheat

Place all ingredients in mixing bowl except date, egg and cereal. Beat on low to blend, about 30 seconds. Mix on medium until well blended, about 2 minutes.