Date Drop Cookies
Indulge in the warm, nostalgic flavors of Date Drop Cookies—a delightful treat that combines chewy, caramel-like bits of chopped dates with a tender, cinnamon-scented cookie base. Perfect for holiday baking or a comforting snack with your afternoon tea, these easy-to-make cookies come together in just 25 minutes. Optional chopped pecans or walnuts add a satisfying crunch, while a blend of brown sugar and vanilla creates a rich, buttery undertone. Made with pantry staples and conveniently dropped onto a baking sheet, these soft, golden cookies are a crowd-pleaser that will fill your home with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked goodness. Perfectly sweet and spiced, Date Drop Cookies are a must-try for fans of classic yet unique homemade desserts!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 0.75 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cups brown sugar, packed
- 2 units large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup pitted dates, chopped
- 0.5 cups chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
Step 2
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together with an electric mixer until creamy and well combined, about 3 minutes.
Step 4
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Step 6
Fold in the chopped dates and, if using, the chopped nuts until evenly distributed.
Step 7
Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers remain soft.
Step 9
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 10
Serve the cookies warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (988.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3867.0 |
| Total Fat 149.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 67.9g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 630.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2645.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 613.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 26.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 399.6g | |
| Protein 48.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 80IU | 0% |
| Calcium 366.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1914.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories