Easiest-ever date and oat cookies

Method

• 1
  Preheat oven to 180C. Line 2 large baking trays with baking paper. Place the date, bicarbonate of soda and boiling water in a medium heatproof bowl. Set aside for 10 mins to soak.
• 2
  Meanwhile, use an electric mixer to beat the butter and combined sugar in a large bowl until pale and creamy. Add egg and beat until just combined.
• 3
  Stir in flour, cinnamon, oats and date mixture. Press tablespoonfuls of mixture together and place on prepared trays, about 3cm apart. Bake for 12 mins or until golden. Set aside on trays to cool.