Ingredients :
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 cup sugar
2 tsp. baking powder
4 T. Olivina or reduced-fat margarine
3 egg whites
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 tsp. almond extract
1/4 cup finely chopped almonds
1/4 cup finely chopped dates or other dried fruit
Cooking spray
Directions :
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine dry ingredients. Stir to mix well. Use a pastry-cutter to cut in the margarine until the mixture has the texture of coarse oatmeal. Stir in the egg whites and extracts. Fold in almonds and dates.
2. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and shape into two 9″ x 2″ logs. Coat a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray or line it with parchment paper. Place the logs on the sheet. Allow four inches of space between each log for spreading. Bake for about 25 minutes or until lightly browned.
3. Cool the logs at room temperature for 10 minutes. Using a serrated knife, slice the logs diagonally into half-inch-thick slices.
4. Place the slices on an ungreased baking sheet in single layer, cut side down. Return to 350 degree oven for 18-20 minutes, or until dry and crisp. Turn the slices over after 10 minutes. Let cool completely. Serve or store.
Nutritional Value Per Serving:
Calories: 47 - Calories from fat: 18 - Protein: 1g - Carbs: 6g - Dietary fiber: 0.3g - Sugars: 3g - Fat: 2g - Sodium: 6mg
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