Date Filled Cookies

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Servings: 36 Difficulty: Advanced
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Soft oatmeal sandwich cookies with a rich, spiced date paste filling
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These Date Filled Cookies are a nostalgic treat featuring soft, chewy oatmeal cookies sandwiching a sweet and tangy date paste. The cookies themselves are tender and slightly crumbly, thanks to the oatmeal and shortening, providing the perfect vehicle for the thick, caramel-like filling. Made with simple pantry staples like brown sugar, flour, and ripe dates, this dessert is both comforting and elegant. They are ideal for afternoon tea, holiday cookie exchanges, or as a special weekend baking project. The natural sweetness of the dates pairs beautifully with the subtle warmth of the baked oats, creating a balanced flavor profile that isn’t overly sweet. These cookies hold up well for gifting and can be assembled ahead of time, making them a practical yet impressive choice for any gathering.

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Date Filled Cookies

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 36 Calories: 1567.4

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These Date Filled Cookies are a nostalgic treat featuring soft, chewy oatmeal cookies sandwiching a sweet and tangy date paste. The cookies themselves are tender and slightly crumbly, thanks to the oatmeal and shortening, providing the perfect vehicle for the thick, caramel-like filling. Made with simple pantry staples like brown sugar, flour, and ripe dates, this dessert is both comforting and elegant. They are ideal for afternoon tea, holiday cookie exchanges, or as a special weekend baking project. The natural sweetness of the dates pairs beautifully with the subtle warmth of the baked oats, creating a balanced flavor profile that isn't overly sweet. These cookies hold up well for gifting and can be assembled ahead of time, making them a practical yet impressive choice for any gathering.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375&# 194;°F (190ðC). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the shortening and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Stir in the milk until well combined.
  4. Mix in the oatmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt until a soft dough forms.
  5. Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm it up.
  6. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness.
  7. Use a cookie cutter or glass to cut out shapes, then place them on the prepared baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  9. Allow cookies to cool completely on the baking sheets before removing.
  10. Meanwhile, make the filling: Combine 1/2 lb pitted dates, 2/3 cup water, 1/2 cup brown sugar, and 1 tsp lemon juice in a saucepan.
  11. Simmer the date mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently, until it thickens into a spreadable paste.
  12. Let the date paste cool completely.
  13. Spread a layer of the cooled date paste on the flat side of half the cookies.
  14. Top with the remaining cookies to form sandwiches. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 36

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1567.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 69.5g107%
Saturated Fat 22.2g111%
Cholesterol 0.6mg1%
Sodium 3018.3mg126%
Total Carbohydrate 208.9g70%
Dietary Fiber 15.1g61%
Sugars 60.6g
Protein 30.3g61%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: date, cookies, oatmeal, filled, dessert, baking, homemade, sweet, vegetarian, tea-time, holiday, paste, shortening, brown-sugar, classic
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