Frosted Spice Fruit Cookies

Directions

In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar.

Add molasses, egg and milk; mix well.

Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture.

Stir in walnuts, raisins and dates.

Chill for 30 minutes.

Roll dough out on a lightly floured surface to ¼ inch thickness.

Cut with a 2½ inch cutter.

Place on greased baking sheets.

Bake at 350℉ (180℃) 12 to 15 minutes.

Cool completely.

For frosting, beat all ingredients in a small bowl until smooth.

Frost cookies.

Makes: 5 to 6 dozen