Ingredients for Layered Date Dessert
- Vanilla Wafer
- 1 cup (2 sticks) oleo (or margarine)
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1 cup pitted dates (chopped)
- ½ cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans recommended)
- 2 large egg whites
- Crushed Pineapple
- 8 oz container of thawed Dream Whip
- Shredded sweetened coconut, for garnish
- Maraschino cherries, for garnish
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How to Make Layered Date Dessert
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13 inch baking dish with whole vanilla wafers.
- In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) oleo (or margarine) and 1 ½ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in 2 large egg yolks. Add 1 cup pitted dates (chopped), ½ cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans recommended), 2 large egg whites (beaten until stiff peaks form), and 1 cup crushed pineapple (drained). Mix until just combined.
- Spread half of the date filling over the vanilla wafer layer in the prepared baking dish. Top with another layer of vanilla wafers, then the remaining date filling. Finish with a final layer of vanilla wafers.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the layers to set.
- Top with 8 oz container of thawed Dream Whip, spreading evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the dessert to fully set.
- Garnish with shredded sweetened coconut and maraschino cherries before serving.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
5 g
Sugar
149g
Fat
65g
Carbs
13g
