Description
Date Filled Cookies are a delightful fusion of chewy cookie dough and a luscious, sweet date filling. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies evoke warm memories of baking with loved ones. With their rich flavor and inviting aroma, they make an excellent snack or dessert that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup dried dates, finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time followed by the vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Fold in the chopped dates until evenly distributed.
- Drop tablespoon-sized dollops of dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden around the edges. Let cool on wire racks before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg