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

TOPPING:

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

Beat bananas and butter until creamy. Add eggs, vanilla and water. Sift flour, soda and baking powder into mixture and beat well. Stir in dates. Pour in greased 9 x 13 inch pan. Spread evenly. Spread topping over batter. Bake 20-28 minutes at 350 degrees.