Butterscotch Whirls with Date Filling
Indulge in the irresistible charm of Butterscotch Whirls with Date Filling, a nostalgic treat that combines rich, buttery pastry with a naturally sweet, spiced date filling. These golden swirls are crafted with a tender dough made from brown sugar and creamy butter, rolled up with a velvety date mixture infused with cinnamon and vanilla. Perfectly soft and flaky, each whirl delights with its balance of caramel-like butterscotch notes and the luscious fruit filling. Quick to assemble and bake in under an hour, this recipe is ideal for cozy breakfasts, afternoon tea, or as a stunning addition to your dessert table. Serve them warm for a melt-in-your-mouth experience or at room temperature for a delightful anytime snack.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 115 grams unsalted butter
- 120 grams brown sugar
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 120 milliliters whole milk
- 200 grams pitted dates
- 120 milliliters water
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium saucepan, combine the pitted dates, water, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the dates soften (about 5-7 minutes).
Mash the softened dates into a thick paste with a fork or blend them until smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract and set aside to cool.
In a mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Gradually add the milk to the creamed butter mixture, alternating with the dry ingredients, until a soft dough forms.
Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the dough into a rectangle approximately 30x25 cm (12x10 inches).
Spread the date filling evenly across the surface of the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
Starting from the longer side, carefully roll the dough into a tight log. Use a sharp knife to slice the log into 12 even pieces.
Place the slices cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 cm apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the whirls are golden brown and puffed.
Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3046 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.4 g | 135% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.2 g | 301% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 270 mg | 90% | |
| Sodium | 1961 mg | 85% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 518.9 g | 189% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.9 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 306.5 g | ||
| Protein | 34.4 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 459 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 14.4 mg | 80% | |
| Potassium | 2044 mg | 44% | |
*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.
