Cherry-Date Skillet Cookies

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup pitted dates, chopped
• 1 cup dried cherries

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

20-25 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, oats, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, honey, egg, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Fold in the dates and cherries.
6. Press the dough into an ungreased 12-inch skillet.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
8. Let cool in the skillet for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 300
• Fat: 10g
• Saturated Fat: 4g
• Cholesterol: 25mg
• Sodium: 130mg
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 25g
• Protein: 4g

Dish Characteristics:

• Chewy and satisfying
• Sweet and fruity
• Perfect for a quick and easy dessert
• Can be made in advance and stored in an airtight container

User Comments:

• "These cookies are so easy to make and they're absolutely delicious!"
• "The combination of cherries and dates is perfect, and the oats give them a nice chewy texture."
• "I love that I can make these cookies in advance and they're still just as good the next day."
• "These cookies are the perfect treat for a crowd."
• "The kids loved these cookies, and they're healthy too!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to press the dough firmly into the skillet so that the cookies hold together.
• If you don't have a skillet, you can bake these cookies in an 8-inch square baking pan.
• You can use any type of dried fruit you like in these cookies.