Best 3 Frosted Date Creams Recipes

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Frosted Date Creams, also known as Date Squares, are a delectable treat that combines the natural sweetness of dates with a creamy, velvety frosting. These heavenly bars, often associated with the iconic bakery chain Costco, have captivated taste buds worldwide and have become a beloved dessert enjoyed by people of all ages. With a filling that strikes a perfect balance between chewy and soft, encased in a crispy oat crumble, and topped with a luscious frosting, these treats are a symphony of flavors and textures.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FROSTED DATE CREAMS



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Satisfy your need for homemade cookies with moist and chewy, fruit- and nut-packed, frosted cookies. Mmm.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h45m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup butter or margarine, softened
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 egg
1 1/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 package (8 ounces) chopped dates
1/2 cup chopped nuts
1/2 cup butter or margarine
3 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 to 4 tablespoons hot water

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease cookie sheet. In large bowl, beat 1/4 cup butter, the brown sugar, sour cream, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla and the egg with spoon. Stir in flour, baking soda and baking powder. Stir in dates and nuts.
  • Drop dough by teaspoonfuls onto cookie sheet. Bake about 10 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from cookie sheet to wire rack. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, in 2-quart saucepan, melt 1/2 cup butter over low heat. Stir in powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla until blended. Stir in water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until frosting is smooth and spreadable. Spread cooled cookies with Vanilla Frosting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 40 mg, Sugar 14 g, TransFat 0 g

FROSTED DATE CREAMS



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Preheat oven to 375*

Provided by Morgan Chicarelli

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 15

COOKIES
2 1/4 c flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 c butter, softened
1 1/4 c brown sugar, packed
2 eggs
1/2 c sour cream
1 tsp vanilla
1 c nuts, chopped
1 c dates, pitted & chopped
FROSTING
1/2 c butter
1 1/2 c powdered sugar
3-4 Tbsp hotwater

Steps:

  • 1. Sift together flour, baking soda, salt.
  • 2. Cream 1/2 cup butter, gradually add packed brown sugar.
  • 3. Add eggs, sour cream, vanilla.
  • 4. Blend in dry mix.
  • 5. Stir in dates and nuts.
  • 6. Frosting: Brown butter on stove top. Remove from heat and add powdered sugar. Add tablespoons of hot water and mix until smooth.

FROSTED DATE CREAMS



Frosted Date Creams image

Satisfy your need for homemade cookies with moist and chewy, fruit- and nut-packed, frosted cookies. Mmm.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h45m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup butter or margarine, softened
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 egg
1 1/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 package (8 ounces) chopped dates
1/2 cup chopped nuts
1/2 cup butter or margarine
3 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 to 4 tablespoons hot water

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease cookie sheet. In large bowl, beat 1/4 cup butter, the brown sugar, sour cream, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla and the egg with spoon. Stir in flour, baking soda and baking powder. Stir in dates and nuts.
  • Drop dough by teaspoonfuls onto cookie sheet. Bake about 10 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from cookie sheet to wire rack. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, in 2-quart saucepan, melt 1/2 cup butter over low heat. Stir in powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla until blended. Stir in water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until frosting is smooth and spreadable. Spread cooled cookies with Vanilla Frosting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 40 mg, Sugar 14 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Choose ripe dates: Soft, plump dates are ideal for making frosted date creams. Avoid dates that are dry or wrinkled.
  • Soak the dates: Soaking the dates in hot water helps to soften them and make them easier to blend. You can also soak them overnight in cold water, but they will need to be drained and patted dry before using.
  • Use a food processor or high-powered blender: This will help to create a smooth and creamy frosting. If you don't have a food processor or blender, you can mash the dates by hand, but it will take longer and the frosting may not be as smooth.
  • Add sweetener to taste: The amount of sweetener you add will depend on how sweet you like your frosting. You can use honey, maple syrup, agave nectar, or even stevia.
  • Flavor the frosting: You can flavor the frosting with a variety of ingredients, such as vanilla extract, almond extract, cinnamon, or nutmeg. You can also add cocoa powder for a chocolate frosting or peanut butter for a peanut butter frosting.
  • Chill the frosting before using: This will help it to set and become more firm.

Conclusion:

Frosted date creams are a delicious and versatile treat that can be enjoyed in many different ways. They can be used as a spread on toast or crackers, as a filling for cookies or cakes, or as a topping for ice cream or yogurt. They are also a great source of fiber and nutrients. So next time you're looking for a healthy and satisfying snack, reach for a frosted date cream.

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