FINNISH PINWHEELS
When my sister was hosting an exchange student from Finland, she served these cookies I'd made to her guest. The young lady instantly recognized what they were. So I know they're still being made in our ancestors' country. -Ilona Barron, Ontonagon, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h15m
Yield about 7 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a saucepan, combine dried plums, dates, water and sugar. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until thickened. Remove from the heat and stir in butter. Cool. , Meanwhile, in a bowl, sift together flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Cut in butter as for a pie crust. Blend in egg, cream and vanilla. Form into 2 balls. , Place 1 ball at a time on a floured surface and roll to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut into 2-in. squares. Place on ungreased baking sheets. With a sharp knife, make 1-in. diagonal slits in corners. Place 1/2 teaspoon filling in the center of each square. Bring every other corner up into center to form a pinwheel and press lightly. Bake at 325° until the points are light golden brown, about 12 minutes. Cool on wire racks. Dust with confectioners' sugar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 64 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 44mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
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Md sahab uddun
[email protected]These pinwheels were a bit of a disappointment. The dough was difficult to work with and the filling was bland. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.
Grace Hardy
[email protected]I was looking for a new recipe to use up some leftover ham and cheese, and these pinwheels fit the bill perfectly. They were easy to make and turned out great. I will definitely be making them again.
MD Rasedul Islam
[email protected]These pinwheels were delicious! I made them for a potluck and they were a big hit. I will definitely be making them again.
Safiya Khatun
[email protected]I've made these pinwheels several times now and they always turn out great. They're a great way to use up leftover ham and cheese.
Nicole Fox
[email protected]These pinwheels were a hit at my party! They were easy to make and everyone loved them.