Date Swirl Cookies Recipe

Name: Date Swirl Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (8-ounce) package chopped dates; 1/3 cup water; 1/3 cup butter or stick margarine; 3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar; 1/4 cup apricot-flavored baby food; 1 large egg; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 3/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice; 1/4 teaspoon salt; Date Filling; Cooking spray

Servings: persons

1 (8-ounce) package chopped dates
1/3 cup water
1/3 cup butter or stick margarine
3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/4 cup apricot-flavored baby food
1 large egg
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1/4 teaspoon salt
Date Filling
Cooking spray

1
Combine dates and water in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, 5 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat, and cool.
2
Beat butter at medium speed of a mixer until light and fluffy; add sugar, and beat well. Add baby food and egg; beat well.
3
Combine flour and next 3 ingredients; gradually add to butter mixture. Shape dough into a ball. Place dough on a lightly floured surface, and roll into an 18- x 8- inch rectangle. Spread Date Filling over dough, leaving a 1/2-inch margin on sides. Beginning at 1 long edge, roll up dough tightly, jelly-roll fashion; pinch seam to seal. Cut roll in half, and wrap rolls in wax paper; freeze 3 hours or chill 8 hours.
4
Preheat oven to 350u00b0.
5
Unwrap rolls; cut each roll into 30 (3/8- inch) slices. Place slices on baking sheets coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350u00b0 for 13 minutes or just until lightly browned.

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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.
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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (8-ounce) package chopped dates, 1/3 cup water, 1/3 cup butter or stick margarine, 3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Date Swirl 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Date Swirl Cookies

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Variations & substitutions

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