| 1 | Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in bowl. |
| 2 | Add dates and nuts and toss until well-coated and separated. |
| 3 | Set aside. |
| 4 | Beat egg yolks until thick (about 3 minutes). |
| 5 | Gradually beat in sugar and vanilla. |
| 6 | Blend in date-nut mixture. |
| 7 | Beat egg whites until stiff; fold into batter. |
| 8 | Pour into 15 by 10 by 1 inch greased and floured pan. |
| 9 | Spread evenly. |
| 10 | Bake in 325 degree oven 30 minutes until light brown. |
| 11 | Cool. |
| 12 | Cut into 48 bars and roll in powdered sugar. |
