Date Filled Refrigerator Cookies

Experience the perfect balance of buttery sweetness and fruity indulgence with these Date Filled Refrigerator Cookies! This nostalgic recipe combines a tender, buttery cookie dough with a luscious, homemade date filling enriched by hints of brown sugar and a touch of lemon for subtle tartness. The dough is chilled and rolled for precision, allowing you to slice perfect swirl cookies with a beautiful, bakery-quality appearance. Perfect for holidays, afternoon teas, or anytime you crave a classic treat, these cookies are as delightful to look at as they are to eat. Plus, their make-ahead preparation and freezer-friendly nature make them remarkably convenient. Treat yourself to a batch of these timeless cookies bursting with rich, natural flavors! Keywords: date filled cookies, refrigerator cookies, swirl cookies, holiday cookies, homemade date filling.

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 36

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.75 cups Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups Brown sugar, packed
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 cups Pitted dates, chopped
• 0.5 cups Water
• 0.5 cups Brown sugar (for filling)
• 1 teaspoons Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Divide the dough into two equal portions. Shape each portion into a log approximately 10 inches long and wrap tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm.

Step 6

While the dough is chilling, prepare the date filling. In a small saucepan, combine the chopped dates, water, brown sugar (for filling), and lemon juice.

Step 7

Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens and resembles a paste, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely before using.

Step 8

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 9

Unwrap the chilled dough logs and roll out each log into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick between two sheets of parchment paper.

Step 10

Spread a thin layer of the cooled date filling evenly over the surface of each rectangle.

Step 11

Carefully roll the dough rectangles into logs, starting from a long edge. Wrap the filled logs in plastic wrap and refrigerate for another 1-2 hours or until firm.

Step 12

Using a sharp knife, slice the logs into 1/4 inch thick cookies and place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.

Step 13

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden.

Step 14

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 15

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1448.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5018.1

Total Fat 157.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 95.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 759.5mg	0%
Sodium 1462.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 884.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.8g	0%
Total Sugars 616.5g
Protein 53.2g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 448.4mg	0%
Iron 20.6mg	0%
Potassium 2900.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.4%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 68.4%