Cherokee Date Rocks Recipe

Name: Cherokee Date Rocks
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 34 lb butter, softened; 1 ½ cups firmly packed light brown sugar; 3 eggs, the yolks separated from the whites, and the whites stiffly beaten; 1 teaspoon baking soda, dissolved in; 2 teaspoons water; 4 cups all-purpose flour, sifted with; 1 teaspoon ground allspice, and; 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon; 12 lb dates, pitted and chopped (about 1 2/3 cups); 12 lb pecans (about 2 cups) or 12 lb walnuts, coarsely chopped (about 2 cups); superfine sugar

Servings: persons

34 lb butter, softened
1 ½ cups firmly packed light brown sugar
3 eggs, the yolks separated from the whites, and the whites stiffly beaten
1 teaspoon baking soda, dissolved in
2 teaspoons water
4 cups all-purpose flour, sifted with
1 teaspoon ground allspice, and
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
12 lb dates, pitted and chopped (about 1 2/3 cups)
12 lb pecans (about 2 cups) or 12 lb walnuts, coarsely chopped (about 2 cups)
superfine sugar

1
Cream the butter and brown sugar, and add the egg yolks and baking soda.
2
Combine the sifted flour mixture with the butter mixture.
3
Fold the egg whites into the batter and, last of all, fold in the dates and nuts.
4
Drop by teaspoonfuls onto well-buttered baking sheets, leaving about 3 inches between the mounds.
5
Bake in a preheated 375F oven for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the cookies are done in the center.
6
Do not cook them too long or they will be as hard as their name implies.
7
Remove the cookies from the baking sheets with a spatula and dust them with superfine sugar.
8
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37411

kcal

Calories

4016

Fat

405

Carbs

265

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 34 lb butter, softened, 1 ½ cups firmly packed light brown sugar, 3 eggs, the yolks separated from the whites, and the whites stiffly beaten, 1 teaspoon baking soda, dissolved in, and more.

Yes, Cherokee Date Rocks falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cherokee Date Rocks

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Variations & substitutions

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