Date Swirl Cookies Recipe

Name: Date Swirl Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups chopped dates; 1 cup water; 1 cup sugar; 1 cup chopped nuts; 2 teaspoons lemon juice; 1 cup butter, softened; 1 cup packed brown sugar; 1 cup sugar; 3 large eggs, room temperature; 1 teaspoon lemon extract; 4 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 3/4 teaspoon baking soda

Servings: persons

2 cups chopped dates
1 cup water
1 cup sugar
1 cup chopped nuts
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 cup butter, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup sugar
3 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon lemon extract
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon baking soda

1
In a saucepan, combine filling ingredients. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until mixture becomes stiff, 15-20 minutes. Chill.
2
For dough, cream butter and sugars in a bowl. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add extract. Combine flour, salt and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Chill for at least 1 hour.
3
On a lightly floured surface, roll out half of the dough to a 12x9-in. rectangle, about 1/4 in. thick. Spread with half of the filling. Roll up, starting with the long end. Repeat with remaining dough and filling. Wrap in plastic; chill overnight.
4
Cut rolls into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on greased
5
. Bake at 375u00b0 for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on wire racks.

1548

kcal

Calories

Fat

247

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups chopped dates, 1 cup water, 1 cup sugar, 1 cup chopped nuts, 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.

Date Swirl Cookies

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