MY GRANDMOTHER'S DATE NUT ROLL
Hope you'll join my Just a Pinch group: Family Food Traditions--Sharing JOY on the Journey! My grandmother made this every Christmas, and occasionally, for other occasions, when we begged! It was my favorite!
Provided by Jamie Wyatt
Categories Candies
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Chop dates. (Do not buy or use dates that are already chopped.)
- 2. Combine sugar, milk, and dates in a large saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until mixture reaches soft ball 234 degrees.
- 3. Remove from heat. Stir in butter and nuts. Stir until candy starts to thicken. Divide candy in half, by shaping it into logs on two damp tea towels. roll and shape into 10"X2" logs. Let cool. Slice to serve.
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Tracy Cardi
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Foxy 520
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Diveka Kafle
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Lema Tesisa
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Patience Otoo
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The date nut roll was a huge success at my family gathering. Everyone loved it.
Nqobani Myaka
[email protected]Not a fan of dates, but this recipe changed my mind. The filling was perfectly balanced with the sweetness of the dates and the crunch of the walnuts.
Adamu Rakiya
[email protected]Easy to follow recipe with stunning results. The date nut roll was a hit at my party. Will definitely make it again.
john awotwi
[email protected]This is the best date nut roll I've ever had! The pastry is flaky and buttery, and the filling is moist and flavorful. Highly recommend!
Tanshirul Islam
[email protected]The dough was a bit dry, but the filling was delicious. I added a little extra butter to the dough and it came out much better.
Jason Veteran
[email protected]A bit too sweet for my taste, but overall a solid recipe. Will try it again with less sugar next time.
Cham Begum
[email protected]This recipe brought back so many childhood memories. My grandma used to make this every holiday season. Thank you for sharing it!
Dayton Green
[email protected]Followed the recipe to a T and it turned out perfectly! The dough was easy to work with and the filling was incredibly flavorful. Definitely a keeper.
Mariam Nuhu Ssewagudde
[email protected]This date nut roll is a delightful treat that evokes fond memories of my grandmother's kitchen. The combination of sweet, sticky dates and crunchy walnuts enveloped in a soft, flaky pastry is simply irresistible.