Wheat Germ Cookies

01Method

1. 1

   Heat the oven to 325°F (165°C).

2. 2

   Using an electric mixer, cream the butter with both sugars in a large bowl until light and smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each, then blend in the vanilla. In a separate bowl, combine the oats, wheat germ, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; fold this dry mixture into the creamed butter mixture. Mix in the pecans, coconut, and dates until evenly distributed.

3. 3

   Scoop rounded spoonfuls of dough and place them on ungreased baking sheets, spacing them apart.

4. 4

   Bake until the edges are set and the tops are lightly golden, 8 to 10 minutes. Allow the cookies to rest on the baking sheet for 1 to 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to finish cooling.