Description
These cookies have a soft dough with a sweet date and nut roll, perfect for serving with tea or milk.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, soft
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped pitted dates
- 3/4 cup chopped walnuts (or pecans)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon butter (for filling)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1–2 tablespoons milk, if needed
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the soft butter and granulated sugar until light.
- Add the egg and vanilla. Mix well.
- Add the dry mix to the wet mix. Stir until the dough forms. Add 1–2 tablespoons milk if the dough seems dry.
- Wrap the dough in plastic and chill for 30 minutes.
- Make the filling: Cook dates, brown sugar, 1 tablespoon butter, and cinnamon in a small pan for 3–4 minutes. Add nuts and mash to a spreadable mix. Let cool.
- On a floured surface, roll the dough into a rectangle about 10×8 inches.
- Spread the cooled date-nut mix in a thin even layer over the dough.
- Roll the dough from the long side to make a log. Seal the edge with a little water.
- Wrap the log and chill for 1 hour or until firm.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Slice the log into 1/4-inch rounds. Place rounds on the sheet 1 inch apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the edges are light gold. Let cool on a rack.
Notes
Chill the dough well for clean slicing. Use a sharp knife and wipe it between cuts for neat circles.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American