CARAMEL DATE PINWHEELS

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When I want to make a cookie with fruit in it, this recipe is my first choice. It turns out well each time and has earned plenty of praise, including ribbons at our state fair.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 7-8 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2/3 cup butter, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
FILLING:
1 package (8 ounces) chopped dates
1/2 cup water
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts
2 tablespoons chopped red candied cherries

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until easy to handle. , Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine the dates, water and sugar. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in walnuts and cherries. Cool completely. , Divide dough in half; roll one portion between two sheets of waxed paper into a 12-in. x 10-in. rectangle. Spread with half of the filling. Roll up into a tight jelly roll, starting with a long side; wrap in plastic. Repeat with remaining dough and filling. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm. , Unwrap and cut into 1/4-in. slices with a sharp knife; place 1 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 43 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 27mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Dj Raja
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I'm not a big fan of dates, but I loved these pinwheels. The caramel and cream cheese frosting were amazing.


Majeed Khan
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These pinwheels were delicious! The caramel and dates were the perfect combination.


Alvaro Zendejas
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I've made these pinwheels several times and they're always a hit. They're perfect for potlucks or bake sales.


Sydney Noel
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These pinwheels were a little too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I would recommend using a little less sugar in the caramel.


Tej kunwar
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These pinwheels were easy to make and turned out great! I will definitely be making them again for my next party.


Bontle NunuBerry
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I'm not a fan of caramel, but I loved these pinwheels. The dates and cream cheese frosting were the perfect combination.


Fawad Rohani
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These pinwheels were delicious! I would definitely recommend them to anyone who loves caramel and dates.


Ubaydul Ziya
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I made these pinwheels for my family and they loved them. They're a great dessert for any occasion.


Chase Reynolds
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These pinwheels were a little too time-consuming to make, but they were worth it. They were delicious!


Charlie Seitz
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I'm not a big fan of dates, but I loved these pinwheels! The caramel and cream cheese frosting were the perfect combination.


Forken Forken
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These pinwheels were easy to make and tasted great! I will definitely be making them again.


Himraj Bc
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I've made these pinwheels several times and they're always a hit. They're perfect for parties or potlucks.


Alice Warner
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These pinwheels were a little too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them.


Zara Elis
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I love these pinwheels! They're so addictive.


Wayne Rivers
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These pinwheels were easy to make and turned out great! The only thing I would change is to use a little less sugar in the caramel.


malikrauf khan123
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I made these pinwheels for a bake sale and they sold out in minutes! Everyone loved them.


Prekshya Sherpa
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These pinwheels were delicious! The caramel and dates were a perfect combination.


Marita Hounlessodji
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I've been making these caramel date pinwheels for years and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're the perfect combination of sweet and salty.


Lam Pard
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These caramel date pinwheels were a hit at my last party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.