Chewy Date Nut Cookies
These Chewy Date Nut Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the rich sweetness of brown sugar and dates with the warmth of melted butter and crunchy nuts. Inspired by a classic recipe from Pillsbury's 'Simply from Scratch Recipes', these cookies are not only easy to make, but they are unmistakably homemade and loved by all. With a tender texture and a sublime flavor profile, each bite delivers a satisfying blend of sweet and nutty, making them a perfect dessert for any occasion. My husband absolutely adores these treats, and they always earn an A+ in our household!
60
Servings
50
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Brown Sugar
2 cups (firmly packed)
Butter
1 cup (softened)
Water
1/4 cup
Eggs
2 (beaten)
All-purpose Flour
3 cups (lightly spooned and leveled)
Baking Soda
1 teaspoon
Chopped Dates
2 cups
Chopped Nuts
1 cup
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, softened butter, water, and beaten eggs. Beat the mixture thoroughly until it is smooth and creamy.
3
Measure the flour carefully by lightly spooning it into a measuring cup and leveling it off. Slowly add the flour and baking soda to the mixture, stirring until well combined.
4
Fold in the chopped dates and nuts until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
5
Using a teaspoon, drop rounded spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto ungreased cookie sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie to allow for spreading.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes or until the cookies are golden brown and firm to the touch. Remove from the oven and let cool on wire racks before serving.
Nutrition Information
2g
Fat
7.5g
Carbs
0.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Chewy Date Nut Cookies?
Chewy Date Nut Cookies are a delightful homemade treat featuring brown sugar, dates, melted butter, and crunchy nuts, inspired by a classic Pillsbury recipe.
How many cookies does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes approximately 60 servings or cookies.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) before baking.
How much brown sugar is needed?
The recipe requires 2 cups of firmly packed brown sugar.
What is the calorie count per cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 50 calories.
How should I measure the flour for this recipe?
Measure the 3 cups of all-purpose flour by lightly spooning it into a measuring cup and leveling it off.
Should the cookie sheets be greased?
No, the instructions specify using ungreased cookie sheets.
How long do the cookies need to bake?
Bake the cookies for 10 to 15 minutes until they are golden brown and firm to the touch.
How much butter is used in the dough?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of softened butter.
What kind of dates should I use?
You should use 2 cups of chopped dates for this recipe.
How many eggs are required?
The recipe requires 2 beaten eggs.
How much water is added to the mixture?
Add 1/4 cup of water to the initial wet ingredient mixture.
What amount of nuts should be included?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of chopped nuts.
What is the first step in mixing the dough?
Combine the brown sugar, softened butter, water, and beaten eggs in a large mixing bowl and beat until smooth.
When do I add the dates and nuts?
Fold in the chopped dates and nuts after the flour and baking soda have been stirred into the mixture.
How far apart should I place the dough on the baking sheet?
Leave about 2 inches between each rounded teaspoonful of dough to allow for spreading.
Where should the cookies cool?
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on wire racks before serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each cookie contains 2g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in each cookie?
There are 7.5g of carbohydrates per cookie.
What is the protein content per cookie?
Each cookie provides approximately 0.5g of protein.
What leavening agent is used in this recipe?
One teaspoon of baking soda is used as the leavening agent.
Is this recipe easy to make?
Yes, the description notes these cookies are easy to make and unmistakably homemade.
What is the texture of these cookies?
The cookies have a tender texture and are chewy.
What is the primary category for this recipe?
This recipe is categorized as a Dessert.
How many main ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 8 main ingredients in the recipe.
What inspired this specific recipe?
This recipe was inspired by Pillsbury's 'Simply from Scratch Recipes'.
Are these cookies suitable for a large group?
Yes, with a yield of 60 cookies, it is perfect for gatherings or large households.
What color should the cookies be when finished?
The cookies should be baked until they are golden brown.
Can I use a teaspoon to portion the dough?
Yes, the instructions recommend using a teaspoon to drop rounded spoonfuls of dough.
What are the primary flavors in these cookies?
The primary flavors are sweet brown sugar, dates, and nutty notes with a hint of butter.