Date Pinwheel Cookies by Grammie Mae
๐ Cook Time: 12 minutes
๐ Prep Time: 3 hours
๐ Total Time: 3 hours 12 minutes
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Date Pinwheel Cookies by Grammie Mae! These sweet treats are perfect for any occasion, from holiday gatherings to cozy winter nights. With a hint of tanginess from the dates and a buttery richness in every bite, these cookies are sure to become a favorite in your household. Follow along with this recipe to create your own batch of these irresistible pinwheel cookies!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup pitted dates
- 1 1/3 cups hot water
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup shortening
- 2 cups brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
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Prepare the Date Filling:
- In a saucepan, combine the pitted dates, hot water, and sugar.
- Bring the date mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the dates are completely soft.
- Stir in the lemon juice, flour, and vanilla extract until well combined. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
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Prepare the Cookie Dough:
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the shortening, brown sugar, and eggs until light and fluffy.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and cream of tartar.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, beating until just blended.
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Assemble the Cookies:
- Divide the dough into three equal portions and wrap each portion in waxed paper. Chill in the refrigerator until the dough is easy to handle.
- Between two sheets of waxed paper, roll out each portion of dough into a rectangle, approximately 12 x 8 inches in size.
- Remove the top sheet of waxed paper from each rectangle and spread about 2/3 cup of the date filling evenly over the surface of each rectangle.
- Starting from the 12-inch side, carefully roll up each rectangle of dough jelly-roll fashion, using the waxed paper to help lift and roll the dough.
- Repeat this process with the remaining portions of dough and filling.
- Wrap the rolled dough in waxed paper and refrigerate for several hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld.
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Bake the Cookies:
- Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC).
- Unwrap the chilled rolls of dough and slice them into 1/4-inch thick slices.
- Place the slices about 1 inch apart on greased cookie sheets.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and transfer the cookies to wire racks to cool completely.
Serving Suggestions:
Enjoy these delicious Date Pinwheel Cookies with a cup of hot tea or coffee for a cozy winter treat. They also make lovely gifts during the holiday season or for special occasions. Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze them for longer storage.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 808.2
- Fat Content: 16.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 4.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 60.4mg
- Sodium Content: 393.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 159.3g
- Fiber Content: 4.2g
- Sugar Content: 110.1g
- Protein Content: 8.6g
Recipe Yield:
This recipe makes approximately 7 dozen cookies.
Keywords:
Cookie & Brownie, Healthy, Winter, Christmas, Oven, Refrigerator, Freezer, < 4 Hours
Indulge in the delightful flavors of these Date Pinwheel Cookies by Grammie Mae, and share the joy with your loved ones!
