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| Nutrition Facts | ||
|---|---|---|
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Serving Size 1 approximately, depending on the size 28g Recipe makes 80 approximately, depending on the size) |
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| Calories 102 | ||
| Calories from Fat 33 | (32%) | |
| Amount Per Serving | %DV | |
| Total Fat 3.7g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat 0.8g | 4% | |
| Monounsaturated Fat 1.8g | ||
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.9g | ||
| Trans Fat 0.0g | ||
| Cholesterol 7mg | 2% | |
| Sodium 38mg | 1% | |
| Potassium 71mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate 16.8g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber 0.7g | 2% | |
| Sugars 11.1g | ||
| Protein 1.3g | 2% | |
Shirley's Date Nut Pinwheels
By: Linda's Busy Kitchen
Dec 12, 2007
My mom used to make these every Christmas for us when I was growing up, and they bring back special memories for me, especially around the holidays. We have been eating these for 50 years! These are my all time FAVORITE cookies 
They make a lot of cookies, and the amount really depends on how thick you actually roll the dough, and how thin or thick you cut the cookies. The cooking time is for EACH batch of cookies, and the prep time does not include time to chill dough.
80 -90 approximately, depending on the size
Ingredients
Date Filling
Cookie Dough
- 1 cup shortening
- 2 cups brown sugar
- 3 eggs, well beaten
- 4 cups flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Directions
1
Date Filling:.2
Combine dates, sugar and water in a pan and cook until thick (about 10 mins.).3
Add nuts to mixture, mix, and let cool. Set aside.4
Cookie Dough:.5
Cream shortening and add brown sugar gradually.6
Add eggs, and beat well. Add to the other ingredients, and mix.7
Divide into 2 parts, and make 2 round balls.8
Chill for 1 hr., or until ready to bake.9
Preheat oven to 375.10
Make 4 balls from the 2 lg. balls of dough.11
Roll out dough to 1/4" thick, and spread date mixture all over the top to the edge of the dough.12
Roll into logs.13
Cut into slices 1/4" thick, and place on greased cookie sheet.14
Bake in 375 oven for 10-12 minutes.15
Cool on cookie racks and store in a plastic container with lid, or a cookie tin.
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Featured Reviews for This Recipe
From: Chef #724593
On Dec 31, 2008
This recipe makes lots of cookies and it's a good thing because they are fabulous! What a surprise when you bite into one of these awesome cookies! We couldn't stop eating them! I baked half the batch and froze the rest for later. These could become addicting real quick! Great for the holidays too!
From: Chef #851190
On Dec 29, 2008
After seeing the photos I knew I would have to make these soon, and I did this weekend to bring to my neighbors house. We enjoyed them while playing cards and they got 5 stars from everyone at the table, so I guess you know we loveddd them!! I will be making these every chance I get and plan to pass along the recipe, because this cookie is a winner and one I know others will love as much as we do!
From: KITTENCAL
On Oct 6, 2008
very good, I made the dough the night before and finished making the pinwheels in the morning, I might try using half white and light brown sugar for the date filling next time, I also added in a teaspoon of vanilla, I made this as a trial run for the holidays and will be making them again, thank for sharing a great recipe Linda!
From: CulinaryGourmetQueen
On Jan 2, 2008
I made these for Christmas Day, and they were the first cookies to disappear from the table! I love dates, so this recipe was right up my alley. If you have never made these you are missing out on one of the best cookies ever! We are sure to enjoy these for many years to come. I can't wait to make them for my cookie trays next year. They were as the stars say OUTSTANDING! Thanks Linda for this special cookie recipe. Christina
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