Date Nut Pinwheel Cookies

Date Nut Pinwheel Cookies are a classic American dessert that originated in the early 20th century. They are known for their unique pinwheel shape and delicious combination of sweet dates and crunchy walnuts.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 102 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Date Nut Pinwheel Cookies

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 12 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 42 mins

Servings: 24 Calories: 3600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter, softened
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• 1 Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Chopped dates
• ¹⁄₂ cup Chopped walnuts

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
3. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the chopped dates and walnuts.
4. Divide the dough in half. Roll each half into a rectangle on a lightly floured surface.
5. Spread a layer of date filling over each rectangle of dough.
6. Starting from one long end, roll up the dough tightly, jelly-roll style.
7. Wrap each roll in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
8. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
9. Slice the chilled dough into 1/4-inch thick slices and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
10. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
11. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 150kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 18g6%

Sugars 12g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.