ROLLED, DATE-FILLED COOKIES

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These are a tradition with my DH's family and really are delicious. They aren't difficult to make and look impressive on the holiday cookie platter.

Provided by CaliforniaJan

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 36 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup sugar
3/4 cup shortening
1/4 cup butter
4 cups flour
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup brown sugar
3 eggs
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 lb dates, chopped
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Steps:

  • Make the date filling by heating the ingredients in a saucepan until thick, stirring the entire time to prevent scorching.
  • Mix the dough ingredients in the order given and divide into two balls. Roll out each ball to 1/2 inch thick. Spread with the date filling and roll up like a jelly roll. Put the rolls in the refrigerator overnight or for at least several hours.
  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Working with one roll at a time, slice 1/4" to 1/2" slices and place on a greased baking sheet.
  • Bake 12 - 15 minutes until cookies are a light golden brown. Cool on cookie sheets for several minutes, then move to racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197.9, Fat 6.1, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 21, Sodium 127.6, Carbohydrate 34.6, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 22.3, Protein 2.3

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