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.

Umugwaneza Claudette
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cookies turned out terrible. I don't recommend this recipe.


Biker
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These cookies were a disappointment. They're dry and crumbly.


Namanya Richard
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I found the recipe to be a little confusing, but the cookies turned out okay.


OfficialBikram xinal
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These cookies are a little too sweet for my taste, but they're still good.


Carolyn h Rice
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I'm not usually a fan of date nut cookies, but these are amazing. I'll definitely be making them again.


Ahmed Iftihkar
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These cookies are so addictive! I can't stop eating them.


Abdoulie Papis Sanneh
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I've made these cookies several times and they're always a hit. They're perfect for any occasion.


Atigah Divine
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I love the texture of these cookies. They're chewy and soft, with a little bit of a crunch from the nuts.


nada Alsadeq
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cookies turned out perfectly. They're so easy to make, too.


Ancy Chhetri
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These are the best date nut icebox cookies I've ever had!


Virginia Ford
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I made these cookies for a potluck and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.


Noah Adame
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These cookies are divine! They're so rich and flavorful, and the nuttiness of the dates pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the cookie.