Chewy Date And Walnut Pinwheel Cookies Recipe

Name: Chewy Date And Walnut Pinwheel Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup pitted diced dates; 6 tablespoons sugar; 6 tablespoons water; 2 teaspoons lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh lemon rind; 1/2 cup finely chopped or ground walnuts; 1 egg; 2 cups sifted flour; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2/3 cup butter, softened; 1 1/4 cups packed brown sugar; 1 1/2 teaspoons grated orange rind; 1 tablespoon vinegar

Servings: persons

3/4 cup pitted diced dates
6 tablespoons sugar
6 tablespoons water
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon grated fresh lemon rind
1/2 cup finely chopped or ground walnuts
1 egg
2 cups sifted flour
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup butter, softened
1 1/4 cups packed brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons grated orange rind
1 tablespoon vinegar

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["Combine dates, sugar and water in saucepan.", "Cook until thickened and dates have broken down to a paste about 5 minutes, stirring constantly (add water a tsp at a time if you feel it is sticking).", "Remove from heat and blend in lemon juice, lemon rind and the nuts.", "Set aside to cool thoroughly.", "Sift together flour, baking soda and salt.", "Cream the butter, brown sugar and orange rind.", "Beat in the egg and vinegar (the vinegar will slightly""curdle"" the butter, don't worry this is normal).", "Blend in the dry ingredients (dough will be somewhat stiff).", "Chill dough several hours or overnight.", "On wax paper, roll dough into a 15x10 inch rectangle.", "Spread with the date mixture to within 1/4 inch of all sides.", "Starting with the long side of the dough roll as for jelly roll, using the wax paper to help you.", "Slice roll in half place on platter cover and refrigerate 1 hour.", "Slice into 1/4 inch thick slices and place on cookie sheet (grease the sheet if you are not using a non-stick sheet).", "Bake in 375F oven for 12 minutes until slightly golden (do not brown).", "Remove from oven and let sit on cookie sheet for 2 minutes before removing and cooling on rack."]

972

kcal

Calories

Fat

139

Carbs

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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup pitted diced dates, 6 tablespoons sugar, 6 tablespoons water, 2 teaspoons lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Chewy Date And Walnut Pinwheel Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Chewy Date And Walnut Pinwheel Cookies

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