Date Rolls Recipe

Name: Date Rolls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup shortening; 1 cup white sugar; 1 cup packed brown sugar; 3 eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 tablespoon water; 4 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 pound dates, pitted and chopped; 1/2 cup white sugar; 1 cup water

Servings: persons

1 cup shortening
1 cup white sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon water
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 pound dates, pitted and chopped
1/2 cup white sugar
1 cup water

1
Cream together shortening, 1 cup white sugar and 1 cup of brown sugar. Add eggs, vanilla and 1 tablespoon of water.
2
Sift flour, soda, and saltTWICE and add to sugar mixture. Divide dough into 2 or 3 parts.
3
Cook dates, 1/2 cup white sugar and 1 cup water over low heat, stirring constantly until it becomes a smooth paste. Let cool.
4
Roll each section of dough into rectangles 1/4 - 1/2 inch thick.
5
Spread filling over rectangles and roll up like a jelly roll. Cover and chill dough until firm; 2 - 3 hours.
6
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C). Slice dough 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes.

1047

kcal

Calories

Fat

221

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 cup shortening, 1 cup white sugar, 1 cup packed brown sugar, 3 eggs, and more.

Yes, Date Rolls 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.

Date Rolls

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