Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).

Step 2

Grease and line a 9 x 13 inch pan.

Step 3

Combine first 4 ingredients. Take 1/2 cup of flour mixture and dredge the dates.

Step 4

Cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, and beat well after every addition. Gradually stir in flour mixture.

Step 5

Add dates and walnuts and stir until completely combined.

Step 6

Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 10 minutes. Lower heat to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C) and bake for 30-40 minutes or until done.

Step 7

Cool on a wire rack for 20 minutes and cut into bars. Wrap individually with foil or colored cellophane wrap.