Stuffed Date Drops From the '50's Recipe

Name: Stuffed Date Drops From the '50's
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound dates (about 70), pitted; 70 Pecan pecan halves (about 3 oz.); 1/4 cup vegetable shortening; 3/4 cup brown sugar; 1 each eggs; 1 1/4 cups flour, all-purpose; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup sour cream dairy; 1/2 cup margarine or butter; 3 cups powdered sugar sifted; 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract; 3 tablespoons water

Servings: persons

1 pound dates (about 70), pitted
70 Pecan pecan halves (about 3 oz.)
1/4 cup vegetable shortening
3/4 cup brown sugar
1 each eggs
1 1/4 cups flour, all-purpose
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup sour cream dairy
1/2 cup margarine or butter
3 cups powdered sugar sifted
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoons water

1
Stuff dates with nut halves.
2
Thoroughly cream shortening and sugar.
3
Beat in egg.
4
Sift dry ingredients together.
5
Add alternately with sour cream to creamed mixture.
6
Stir in dates, gently.
7
Drop onto greased cookie sheets (1 date per cookie).
8
Bake at 400F (200C) for 8 to 10 minutes.
9
Golden Frosting:
10
Lightly brown butter.
11
Remove from heat and gradually beat in sugar and vanilla.
12
Slowly add water until of spreading consistency.

13034

kcal

Calories

1292

Fat

406

Carbs

166

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 pound dates (about 70), pitted, 70 Pecan pecan halves (about 3 oz.), 1/4 cup vegetable shortening, 3/4 cup brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Stuffed Date Drops From the '50's 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Stuffed Date Drops From the '50's

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