Step 1

Chop pitted dates into no bigger than 1/4 inch pieces and place in bowl. Sprinkle one tablespoon of flour onto the dates and toss to separate clumps of dates.

Step 2

In a large bowl, add the flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Whisk to combine and set aside.

Step 3

In the bowl of a stand mixer, add the butter, brown sugar and granulated sugar. Using the paddle attachment, beat on medium speed until butter mixture is fluffy. Stop and scrape the sides of the bowl.

Step 4

Add in the egg and vanilla and beat until incorporated. Add the dry ingredients and beat thoroughly. Finally, add the oats and chopped dates and beat until combined.

Step 5

Cover cookie dough bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Step 6

Place a rack in the middle of your oven and preheat the oven to 350ºF. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 7

Using a cookie scoop (or tablespoon), scoop cookie dough and place two inches apart on cookie sheet.

Step 8

Bake until cookies are golden around the edges, about 10 minutes. Cookie tops will look slightly undone but they will continue to cook as they cool.

Step 9

Cool cookies on baking sheet for 5 minutes before moving them to a wire rack to cool completely.