Best 7 Date Nut Icebox Cookies Recipes

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Are you ready to embark on a delightful culinary adventure, discovering the secrets to crafting the ultimate date nut icebox cookies? These delectable treats combine the sweetness of dates, the crunch of nuts, and the rich flavor of oats, creating a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice just starting out, this article will guide you through the process of creating these delicious cookies, providing step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and variations to suit your preferences. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's dive into the world of date nut icebox cookies!

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DATE NUT ICEBOX COOKIES



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A dear friend shared this recipe with me many years ago. They've become a much-requested treat at my house, so it's a good thing the recipe yields a big batch!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield about 8 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup shortening
2-1/2 cups sugar
2 large eggs
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 tablespoon light corn syrup
5 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup finely chopped walnuts
1 cup finely chopped dates

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream the butter, shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla and corn syrup. Combine the flour, salt and baking soda; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in walnuts and dates. , Shape into four 6-in. rolls; wrap each in plastic wrap. Refrigerate overnight. , Unwrap and cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2-1/2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool for 2-3 minutes before removing to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 118mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

DATE NUT COOKIES WITH WALNUTS



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This date cookie recipe is perfect for the whole family. Try these date cookies, made with brown sugar, eggs, walnuts, dates, and other ingredients.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Dessert     Snack

Time 25m

Yield 72

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup margarine (or shortening; room temperature)
1/2 cup butter (room temperature)
2 cups light brown sugar (firmly packed)
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 large eggs
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped dates (6 to 8 ounces)
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl with an electric mixer, combine the shortening, butter, and sugar. Beat until light and fluffy.
  • Beat in vanilla and egg, beating until well blended.
  • Sift flour and salt; add to creamed mixture, mixing well.
  • Stir in dates and walnuts. Shape dough into two 2-inch rolls; wrap in wax paper and chill overnight.
  • Slice chilled cookie dough into 1/8 inch slices; bake on greased baking sheets at 375 F for 8 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266 kcal, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 64 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 145 mg, Fat 14 g, ServingSize 72 portions (72 servings), UnsaturatedFat 9 g

DATE NUT PINWHEEL COOKIES II



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This recipe makes three rolls of dough, which can be frozen until ready to bake.

Provided by Christy McCuiston

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Fruit Cookie Recipes     Date

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup butter (at room temperature)
2 cups packed brown sugar
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking soda
4 ½ cups all-purpose flour
8 ounces dates, pitted and chopped
1 cup finely chopped pecans
½ cup water
½ cup white sugar

Steps:

  • Cream the butter and brown sugar together in a mixing bowl until smooth. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla. Sift the cinnamon, salt, baking soda, and flour together in a second mixing bowl. Slowly stir the flour mixture into the egg mixture until evenly blended.
  • Divide the dough evenly into three portions and place each on a square of waxed paper. Wrap and refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, make the filling by combine the dates, pecans, water and white sugar in a saucepan set over low heat. Cook and stir until the filling has a paste-like consistency. Cool slightly.
  • Working with one portion at a time, roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to make a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick. Spread 1/3 of the filling evenly over the dough; roll up to make a log. Repeat the process with the remaining dough. Refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C). Lightly grease two baking sheets.
  • Using a sharp, serrated knife, cut the rolls into 1/4 inch slices. Place the slices on prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake in preheated oven until set and lightly browned, about 15 minutes. Cool on racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122.5 calories, Carbohydrate 19.1 g, Cholesterol 17.4 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 47.8 mg, Sugar 11.3 g

DATE-NUT REFRIGERATOR COOKIES



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Melt-in-the-mouth, rich & crispy. Mix when convenient...slice and bake when convenient. Adapted from Betty Crocker's Picture Cook Book (1950 Edition). The original recipe called for shortening, but l prefer unsalted butter. You could use any solid fat, like coconut oil or even lard. That's up to you. Cooking time is for the entire batch, 2 dozen at a time. Prep time includes 2 hours for chilling. You may need more.

Provided by Laura2of7

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h54m

Yield 72 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 3/4 cups sifted all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup white sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1/2 cup finely-chopped nuts
1/2 cup finely-chopped dates

Steps:

  • Sift together the flour, soda, salt and cinnamon. Toss the dates with a small amount of the flour mixture (to prevent sticking) and set aside.
  • ln a large bowl, cream the butter with the sugars until smooth. Add the eggs and vanilla and mix thoroughly.
  • Mix in the dry ingredients and combine thoroughly.
  • Stir in the nuts and dates.
  • With your hands, press and mold the dough into a long, smooth roll about 2 1/2 inches in diameter. Wrap in waxed paper, twisting the ends to hold the roll in shape. Chill until firm - several hours or overnight. (To speed up the chilling process, place in freezer.).
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. (Moderately hot).
  • With a thin, sharp knife cut into thin slices 1/16" to 1/8" thick. Place on ungreased baking sheet, slightly apart.
  • Bake until lightly browned, about 6 to 8 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 62.1, Fat 3.2, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 11.9, Sodium 50.3, Carbohydrate 7.6, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 3.6, Protein 0.9

DATE AND NUT COOKIES



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Loaded with ample doses of sweet dates, raisins, and buttery pecans, this easy recipe for drop cookies from reader Jackie Schulman of Tucker, Georgia, creates a homey and irresistible teatime dessert. There won't be a crumb left of these moist, cakey goodies.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Time 1h

Yield Makes 60

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups all-purpose flour, (spooned and leveled)
2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 pound dates, pitted and roughly chopped
2 cups pecans, roughly chopped
1/2 cup dark raisins
1/2 cup golden raisins
3 large eggs
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
2/3 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees, with racks in upper third and middle. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. Add dates, pecans, and raisins, and stir with a wooden spoon until fruit and nuts are coated. In a small bowl, whisk together eggs, 1/2 cup sugar, oil, lemon juice, vanilla, and salt. Add to flour mixture and stir until combined.
  • In another small bowl, stir together 2 tablespoons sugar and cinnamon. Drop dough by rounded tablespoons, 1 inch apart, onto parchment-lined baking sheets. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar. Bake until cookies are golden at edges, about 15 minutes, rotating sheets halfway through. Transfer cookies to wire racks and let cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197 g, Fat 10 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g

MOM'S DATE-NUT COOKIES



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Quick and easy date-nut cookies! All in one pan! Mom and I have made these every year for Christmas since I can remember. Store in an airtight container.

Provided by Julie Arseneau

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     No-Bake Cookie Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup butter
1 cup white sugar
1 cup chopped dates
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 egg, beaten
2 ½ cups crisp rice cereal
2 cups flaked coconut, or to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sugar, dates, walnuts, and beaten egg. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Boil until dates have softened and melted into the mixture, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in rice cereal.
  • Place coconut in a shallow bowl.
  • Scoop rounded teaspoonfuls of dough and drop them into the coconut, rolling and pressing until coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.3 calories, Carbohydrate 20.3 g, Cholesterol 17 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 69.9 mg, Sugar 15.7 g

GRANDMA'S DATE FILLED COOKIES



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These cookies have two layers of delicious and light sugar cookies sandwiched with date filling. I even loved these as a kid, when dates weren't COOL!

Provided by Epi-curious

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 24 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 cups dates, cut up fine (You may use a combination of figs, raisins and dates -l/2 cup each- if you prefer)
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon flour
1/2 cup water
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
2 tablespoons heavy cream or 2 tablespoons canned milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 1/2 cups flour
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Mix in a sauce pan the dates, sugar and TBSP of flour, water, and lemon juice. Cook this for about 5 minutes on a medium heat, until all are blended well.
  • Mix together the shortening, sugar, and eggs.
  • Stir in the 2 Tbsps. thick cream and l teaspoons vanilla.
  • Sift together the 2 1/2 cups of flour, baking soda and salt. Add to shortening mix to form dough.
  • Chill dough for at least 1 to 2 hours.
  • Roll out dough in thin layers in small batches and cut with round cookie cutter.
  • Put mixture (about a tbsp.) in the center between 2 thin cookies pressed together.
  • Bake at 350 degrees on lightly greased sheet pan for 8-10 minutes or until bottoms are lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.5, Fat 5.3, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 17.2, Sodium 68.7, Carbohydrate 29.7, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 18.4, Protein 2.1

Tips:

  • Use a food processor to chop the nuts. This will make the process much easier and faster.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the cookies tough.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape.
  • Bake the cookies until they are golden brown around the edges. Overbaking will make the cookies dry.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before serving. This will help develop their flavor and texture.

Conclusion:

Date nut icebox cookies are a delicious and easy to make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are made with a simple dough that is filled with chopped dates and walnuts. The cookies are then chilled until firm and then sliced and baked. The result is a cookie that is chewy, flavorful, and full of date and nut flavor.

These cookies are a great way to enjoy dates and walnuts. They are also a good source of fiber and protein. Date nut icebox cookies are a delicious and healthy snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.

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