Dropped Date Filled Cookies Recipe

Name: Dropped Date Filled Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup shortening; 2 cups brown sugar; 1/2 cup water; 3 1/2 cups flour; 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 2 eggs; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon vanilla; FILLING; 2 cups finely chopped dates; 3/4 cup sugar; 1/2 cup chopped walnuts; 3/4 cup water

Servings: persons

1 cup shortening
2 cups brown sugar
1/2 cup water
3 1/2 cups flour
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 eggs
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla
FILLING
2 cups finely chopped dates
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
3/4 cup water

1
Make the filling first by putting the dates, sugar, and water in a saucepan and cook slowly,stirring constantly till thickened; add the nuts and cool.
2
COOKIE BATTER:.
3
Mix shortening, sugar, and eggs thoroughly.
4
Stir in water and vanilla.
5
Add the flour, salt, soda, and cinnamon; mix well.
6
Drop by teaspoons on ungreased sheet.
7
Place a teaspoon of the date filling on top of the dropped dough and then a tiny bit of dough on top of the filling.
8
Bake till lightly browned and done in a 375 degree oven for 8-10 minutes.

1116

kcal

Calories

Fat

228

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup shortening, 2 cups brown sugar, 1/2 cup water, 3 1/2 cups flour, and more.

Yes, Dropped Date Filled 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.

Dropped Date Filled Cookies

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