Christmas Date-Nut Cookies Recipe

Name: Christmas Date-Nut Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb pitted dates, chopped; 9 ounces candied pineapple, chopped; 1 1/2 cups brazil nuts, coarsley chopped; 2 cups slivered almonds, lightly toasted (8 ounces); 2 1/2 cups flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 cup butter, room temperature (no subs!); 1 1/2 cups sugar; 2 large eggs; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Servings: persons

1 lb pitted dates, chopped
9 ounces candied pineapple, chopped
1 1/2 cups brazil nuts, coarsley chopped
2 cups slivered almonds, lightly toasted (8 ounces)
2 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter, room temperature (no subs!)
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon vanilla

1
Set oven to 375u00b0.
2
Line cookie sheets with parchment paper.
3
In a bowl combine the fruit and nuts.
4
Add in 1/2 cup flour and mix to separate the pieces.
5
In a small bowl combine remaining 2 cups flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt.
6
In a large bowl beat the butter for about 2 minutes, then add in sugar; beat until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
7
Beat in eggs until well combined.
8
Add in the flour mixture on low speed just until combined.
9
Add in the fruit and nut mixture by hand.
10
Drop the dough by tablespoonfuls onto prepared cookie sheets spacing 1-inch apart.
11
Bake until cookies are golden brown (about 10 minutes).
12
Cool 2 minutes on baking sheets.
13
Transfer to rack to cool.

1492

kcal

Calories

Fat

158

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb pitted dates, chopped, 9 ounces candied pineapple, chopped, 1 1/2 cups brazil nuts, coarsley chopped, 2 cups slivered almonds, lightly toasted (8 ounces), and more.

Yes, Christmas Date-Nut 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.

Christmas Date-Nut Cookies

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