Ingredients
1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 cup molasses1 cup buttermilk6 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup chopped walnuts1 cup golden raisins1 cup chopped datesFROSTING:3-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar1/3 cup orange juice2 tablespoons butter, melted
Preparation
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg; beat in molasses and buttermilk. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in the walnuts, raisins and dates. Chill for 2 hours or until easy to handle.
On a floured surface, roll out dough to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with a 2-1/2-in. round cookie cutter.
Place on greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes. Cool completely.
For frosting, beat all ingredients in a small bowl until smooth. Spread over cooled cookies; let dry completely.
