Dropped Date Filled Cookies

Indulge in the nostalgic charm of homemade *Dropped Date Filled Cookies*, a delightful treat that marries soft, buttery cookie dough with a rich, jam-like date filling. These cookies are incredibly flavorful, featuring a hint of vanilla and the natural sweetness of pitted dates, simmered to perfection with a touch of sugar for a luscious, gooey center. With a simple drop technique, this recipe is both beginner-friendly and time-saving, requiring just 30 minutes of prep. Perfectly golden with slightly crisp edges, these cookies are ideal for holiday trays, afternoon teas, or as a sweet snack any time of year. Plus, they’re easy to make ahead and store, so you can savor their irresistible blend of textures and warm, spiced flavors for days.

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:42 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups pitted dates, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup water
• 0.25 cup granulated sugar (for filling)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined to form a soft cookie dough. Set aside.

Step 6

In a small saucepan, combine the chopped dates, water, and the granulated sugar reserved for the filling. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture becomes thick and jam-like, about 5-7 minutes. Remove it from the heat and let it cool completely.

Step 7

Using a small cookie scoop or a teaspoon, drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 8

Make a small indentation in the center of each cookie with the back of a spoon or your thumb, and fill each with about 1/2 teaspoon of the cooled date mixture.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1512.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5112.0

Total Fat 157.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 94.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 759.5mg	0%
Sodium 1875.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 918.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.2g	0%
Total Sugars 646.8g
Protein 52.7g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 512.9mg	0%
Iron 20.8mg	0%
Potassium 3767.2mg	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: 26.8%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 69.3%