Sweet Date Cookies
Sweet Date Cookies are a delightful treat that everyone will love, perfect for any occasion. These soft and chewy cookies are naturally sweetened with dates, making them a wholesome snack or dessert. With their rich flavor and comforting texture, they are ideal for busy weeknights, cozy gatherings with friends, or a quiet evening at home with a warm cup of tea. The versatility of this recipe allows you to enjoy these cookies for breakfast, pack them in lunchboxes, or serve them as a satisfying dessert after dinner. Once you try these Sweet Date Cookies, you’ll find yourself making them time and again!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped dates
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until combined.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just incorporated.
- Fold in the chopped dates and walnuts (if using).
- Drop dough onto the prepared baking sheet with space between each scoop.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown around the edges.
- Cool on the baking sheet for five minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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