QUICK CHERRY DATE COOKIES
My mother made these festive drop cookies as far back as I can remember-80 years at least. We called them "the Christmas cookies", maybe because they're so full of fruit and nuts.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 25m
Yield 10-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a bowl, cream shortening and brown sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with water. Stir in walnuts, dates and cherries. , Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 8-9 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 88 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 45mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
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Munira Vedio
[email protected]These cookies are perfect for a quick and easy snack. I love that they're made with wholesome ingredients.
Arif Ahamed
[email protected]I'm going to try making these cookies with different fruits. I think they would be great with blueberries or raspberries.
Kiara Iyida
[email protected]These cookies are a great way to use up leftover cherries and dates.
Jubair Chowdhury
[email protected]I'm not a baker, but these cookies were so easy to make. I'm definitely going to make them again.
Nicky Mabunda
[email protected]These cookies are the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I love the chewy texture and the burst of flavor from the cherries and dates.
Kendra Justice
[email protected]I love the way these cookies look. They're so festive and perfect for any occasion.
Tanzid Islam
[email protected]These cookies are so easy to make. I was able to whip up a batch in no time.
Kaden Dennen
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of fruit in cookies, but these cookies changed my mind. The cherries and dates add a wonderful flavor and texture.
Jabrina Bre
[email protected]These cookies are delicious! I made them for a bake sale and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them.
Ali Bhutto
[email protected]I made these cookies last night and they were a hit! They're so easy to make and they turned out perfectly. I love the combination of cherries and dates, and the cookies are just the right amount of sweetness.