Flaky Date-Walnut Pastry

If you're not fond of dates, finely chopped dried apricots can be used. ...MORE + LESS -

1 pkg Pillsbury* Refrigerated Pie Crusts, softened as directed on box

1/2 cup (125 mL) granulated sugar

1/4 cup (50 mL) butter or margarine, softened

1/4 cup (50 mL) all-purpose flour

1/2 tsp (2 mL) ground cinnamon

1/2 cup (125 mL) finely chopped dates

1/2 cup (125 mL) finely chopped walnuts

1/2 cup (125 mL) flaked coconut

Water

1 egg, beaten

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Heat oven to 375ºF. Remove 1 pie crust from pouch; place crust flat on ungreased baking sheet or pizza pan.
2

In large bowl, mix sugar and butter until well blended. Stir in flour and cinnamon. Stir in dates, walnuts and coconut. Spoon filling onto crust on baking sheet; spread to within 1 inch of edge. Brush crust edge with water.
3

Remove second pie crust from pouch. Place crust over filling; crimp edge to seal. Brush top with beaten egg.
4

Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool 30 minutes. Serve warm or cool.