FRUIT 'N' SPICE ROUNDS

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While I was looking for a way to use up an abundance of dates, I came across this recipe. Made with raisins, walnuts and a delectable lemon glaze, these quickly became a family favorite. -Allison Bell, Helena, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield about 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
3 large eggs
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1-1/2 cups finely chopped dates
1 cup finely chopped raisins
1 cup finely chopped walnuts
GLAZE:
2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons water

Steps:

In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, cloves and nutmeg; gradually add to the creamed mixture. Stir in the dates, raisins and walnuts. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or until easy to handle. , On a floured surface, roll out to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with a 2-1/2-in. round cookie cutter dipped in flour. Place 1 in. apart on greased baking sheets. , Bake at 375° for 10-12 minutes. Remove to wire racks. Meanwhile, combine glaze ingredients until smooth; brush over warm cookies. Cool before storing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 50mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.