Date Pudding Cobbler

Name: Date Pudding Cobbler
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 8 servings.
Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar, divided; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 tablespoon cold butter; 1/2 cup milk; 3/4 cup chopped dates; 3/4 cup chopped walnuts; 1 cup water; Whipped cream and ground cinnamon, optional

There were eight children in my family when I was a girl, and all of us enjoyed this cobbler. I now serve it for everyday and special occasions alike. —Carolyn Miller, Guys Mills, Pennsylvania

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar, divided
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 tablespoon cold butter
1/2 cup milk
3/4 cup chopped dates
3/4 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup water
Whipped cream and ground cinnamon, optional

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the flour, 1/2 cup brown sugar and baking powder. Cut in butter until crumbly. Gradually add milk, dates and walnuts.
In a large saucepan, combine water and remaining brown sugar; bring to a boil. Remove from the heat; add the date mixture and mix well.
Transfer to a greased 10-in. cast-iron skillet or 8-in. square baking pan. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until top is golden brown and fruit is tender. Serve warm.