Pinwheel Cookies

Pinwheel Cookies
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    10 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 30 mins
  • SERVING
    24 People
  • VIEWS
    48

Delight in these elegant slice-and-bake Pinwheel Cookies, where a buttery dough embraces a luscious swirl of sweet dates and crunchy walnuts. A charming addition to any festive cookie platter.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    50 g
  • Cholesterol
    23 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    4 g
  • Saturated Fat
    3 g
  • Sodium
    113 mg
  • Sugar
    31 g
  • Fat
    13 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, cream together the shortening, 1 cup of granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. (5 minutes)

02

Step

Incorporate Wet and Dry: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking soda. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Set the dough aside. (10 minutes)

03

Step

Craft the Filling: In a saucepan, combine the chopped dates, ½ cup of granulated sugar, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and the dates soften. Stir in the chopped walnuts. Remove from heat and let the filling cool completely. If the filling is too thick, add a tablespoon of water at a time until it reaches a spreadable consistency. (20 minutes)

04

Step

Shape the Pinwheels: Divide the dough into 4 equal portions. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion into a rectangle approximately 1/8-inch thick. Spread a thin, even layer of the cooled date and walnut filling over each rectangle. (15 minutes)

05

Step

Roll and Chill: Starting from one long edge, tightly roll up each rectangle jelly-roll style. Pinch the seam to seal. Wrap each roll tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight, to firm up the dough. (1 hour)

06

Step

Bake: Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Slice the chilled dough rolls into ¼-inch thick rounds. Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets, leaving a little space between each. (5 minutes)

07

Step

Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. (10 minutes)

For a richer flavor, try toasting the walnuts before adding them to the filling.
The dough can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Let it soften slightly before rolling.
To prevent the filling from being too sticky, ensure it is completely cooled before spreading it on the dough.
For neater slices, use a sharp, thin knife and wipe it clean between each cut.

Carolanne Ortizyundt

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 16 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Nedra Rodriguez

    I added a pinch of cinnamon to the date filling, and it was delicious!

  • Myra Runte

    The chilling time is essential! Don't skip it.

  • Newell Windler

    These cookies are a hit every time I make them! The date-nut filling is so flavorful.

  • Era Ratke

    My dough was a little dry, so I added a tablespoon of milk to the dough to help it come together.

  • Colby Schowalter

    These are perfect for the holidays! Everyone loves them.

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