Diabetic-friendly Fruit Cookies

Diabetic Fruit Cookies (batter needs to sit overnight)

1 cup flour 1 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. cinnamon (optional) 1 cup water 1 cup dates, chopped 1/2 cup apples; peeled and chopped 3/4 cup raisins 1/2 cup (1 stick) margarine 1 cup quick oats 2 eggs, beaten (or egg beaters) 1 tsp. vanilla 1 cup pecans, chopped

Sift flour and soda, set aside. Cook water, dates, apples and raisins; bring to a boil. Simmer 3 minutes. Remove from heat and add the margarine and stir. Cool mixture and then add eggs, oatmeal and the dry ingredients; add the vanilla and nuts. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Drop on cookie sheets 2 inches apart. Bake in 350 degree oven for about 24 minutes. Store in the refrigerator in air tight container.

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 * Healthy Recipes For Diabetic Friends Y-Group