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How to Make Date Turnovers - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to delicious and easy-to-make desserts, date turnovers are an absolute classic. These flaky, golden pastries are filled with a sweet and sticky date filling that is positively irresistible. Whether you are a fan of dates or simply looking for a new dessert recipe to try, date turnovers are sure to become a new favorite in your kitchen.

Making date turnovers is a relatively simple process, but the end result is a treat that looks and tastes like it came straight from a fa...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups pitted dates, chopped
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 3/4 cups brown sugar, divided
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 ½ cups regular rolled oats
  • ½ cup melted butter
  • ½ cup butter-flavored shortening (such as Crisco®), melted

Information

  • Prep Time: 45 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 10 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 2 dozen

  • Heat dates, water, and 1/4 cup brown sugar in a saucepan over medium heat; cook, stirring occasionally, until dates are very soft, about 5 minutes. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
  • Stir together milk and vinegar in a small bowl; set aside to curdle, about 10 minutes.
  • Whisk together flour and baking soda in a large bowl; stir in oats and remaining 1 1/2 cups brown sugar. Stir in melted butter, melted shortening, and curdled milk mixture until well combined; cover dough and refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Roll dough out on a lightly floured surface, about 1/8-inch thick. Cut out dough circles with a round cookie cutter. Place about 1 tablespoon date mixture in the center of each circle; fold in half and press edges together tightly to seal. Place cookies on the prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden, about 10 minutes. Remove to cool completely on a wire rack.

    • Nutrition

    497 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 21mg
    • Sodium: 175mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 82g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 51g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 65mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 339mg

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