DATE-FILLED COOKIES

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This is a unique family recipe that is originally from my great, great aunt. I have not tried it, but submitted it in response to a request. I'm sorry I don't know the serving size or exactly how long it takes to bake!

Provided by Kree6528

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 1 batch of cookies

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup butter
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon milk
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 cups flour
1 pinch salt
1 cup chopped dates
1/2 cup water
3 teaspoons flour
1/2 cup sugar
chopped nuts, to taste

Steps:

  • Cream butter and 1 cup sugar; add eggs and beat well.
  • Add milk.
  • Sift together baking powder, 2 cups flour, and salt; add flour mixture to creamed mixture.
  • Refrigerate.
  • While dough is chilling, make filling by cooking dates, water, 3 tsp flour, and 1/2 cup sugar until thick; add chopped nuts.
  • Roll out dough; cut in rounds.
  • Mound filling in center, place another round on top and seal edges.
  • Bake at 375°F on greased cookie sheets until lightly browned.

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