Filled Date Swirl Cookies

Delight your taste buds with these irresistible Filled Date Swirl Cookies, a perfect blend of buttery cookie dough and a luscious spiced date filling. These elegant cookies combine the warm sweetness of finely chopped dates, cinnamon, and brown sugar with a soft, flaky dough that rolls into beautiful swirls. With their eye-catching design and a mouthwatering balance of textures and flavors, they make a stunning addition to holiday trays, tea parties, or any special occasion. Quick to prepare and freezer-friendly, these cookies are as practical as they are delicious—ideal for baking in advance or sharing with loved ones. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a novice looking to impress, these classic yet unique treats are sure to become a favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:42 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.75 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups pitted dates, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup water
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or stand mixer.

Step 3

Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until a dough forms. Divide the dough in half, shape each into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Step 5

While the dough chills, prepare the date filling. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the chopped dates, water, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture becomes thick and smooth, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool completely.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 7

On a lightly floured surface, roll out one portion of the chilled dough into a rectangle approximately 1/4 inch thick.

Step 8

Spread half of the cooled date filling evenly over the rolled-out dough, leaving a small border around the edges.

Step 9

Carefully roll the dough into a tight log, starting from one long side. Wrap the log in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 10-15 minutes. Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.

Step 10

Once chilled, slice each log into 1/4-inch-thick cookies and place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 1 inch of space between each cookie.

Step 11

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

Step 12

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 13

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1231.4 grams (1231.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4289

Total Fat 152.40g	195%
Saturated Fat 93.10g	465%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 574mg	191%
Sodium 1157mg	50%
Total Carbohydrate 720.60g	262%
Dietary Fiber 31.40g	112%
Total Sugars 460.30g
Protein 44.90g	90%

Vitamin D 41IU	205%
Calcium 372mg	29%
Iron 18mg	102%
Potassium 2830mg	60%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.9%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 65.0%