Date Cookies Eid Cookies
Celebrate the joyous spirit of Eid with these irresistibly soft and aromatic Date Cookies, also known as Eid Cookies. Featuring a rich, spiced date filling encased in buttery, cardamom-scented dough, these festive treats are the perfect marriage of sweetness and warmth. The tender dough is delicately infused with ground cardamom, and the filling, made from pitted dates and a hint of cinnamon, adds a luscious, chewy center that melts in your mouth. These cookies are easy to make, with a simple yet satisfying process of filling and shaping the dough into delightful little parcels. Whether served alongside a steaming cup of tea or as a centerpiece on a dessert platter, these traditional Eid cookies are a must-try for any special occasion. Indulge in the timeless charm of these handmade delights, perfect for sharing with loved ones during the holidays.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Unsalted butter
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 300 grams All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cardamom
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 250 grams Pitted dates
- 60 milliliters Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the pitted dates, water, and ground cinnamon. Cook over low heat, stirring frequently, until the dates break down into a smooth paste (about 5-7 minutes). Set aside to cool.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together using a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until well combined.
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, ground cardamom, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 20 minutes to make it easier to handle.
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Divide the dough into small, even portions (about 1 tablespoon each) and roll them into balls.
Flatten each dough ball slightly and place a small spoonful of the cooled date filling in the center.
Carefully fold the edges of the dough over the filling and shape into a ball or an oblong shape, ensuring the filling is completely sealed inside.
Place the filled cookies on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each.
Optionally, use a fork or cookie stamp to create decorative patterns on the tops of the cookies.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the bottoms turn golden brown. The tops should remain pale.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve the cookies with tea or coffee and enjoy these traditional Eid treats!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3747 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 182.8 g | 234% | |
| Saturated Fat | 102.5 g | 512% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 662 mg | 221% | |
| Sodium | 1187 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 522.0 g | 190% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.2 g | 94% | |
| Total Sugars | 267.7 g | ||
| Protein | 43.8 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 295 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 17.5 mg | 97% | |
| Potassium | 2212 mg | 47% | |
*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.
