Description
Chewy Date and Walnut Cookies are a perfect blend of natural sweetness and nutty crunch, making them a delicious and wholesome treat. These soft and chewy cookies are easy to make, packed with flavor, and ideal for dessert, snacking, or even breakfast with your favorite coffee or tea!
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1½ cups chopped dates
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
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Prepare the Dough
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in chopped dates and walnuts until evenly distributed.
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Chill the Dough
- Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to help prevent excessive spreading during baking.
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Bake the Cookies
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of the chilled dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Make-Ahead Dough: Refrigerate dough for up to 24 hours before baking.
- Prevent Sticky Dates: Lightly coat your knife with flour or oil before chopping dates.
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
- Freezing: Store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months; thaw before serving.
- Reheating: Microwave for 10 seconds to enjoy warm, fresh-tasting cookies
