1 c. chopped dates
1 c. boiling water
1/2 tsp. baking soda
4 tbsp. butter
1 c. sugar
1 1/2 c. flour
1 egg
1 c. chopped nuts (opt.)

Mix together dates, boiling water, soda and butter and let cool. Then add remaining ingredients. Bake in mini muffin pans at 350 degrees for 25 minutes. These are great for breakfast or a coffee.