Butterscotch Whirls With Date Filling

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This is one of my absolute favorite cookies originally posted by molly on the cooking light forum and i believe it's her grandma's recipe. The date filling is to die for and very much like the fig newtons you get at nyc deli counters.

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Steps

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Cook the chopped dates , water and sugar slowly until the dates are soft.

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Remove from heat , beat until smooth.

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Add lemon juice and nuts.

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Divide dough in two portions.

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Roll or pat each portion to thickness of 1 / 2 inch , spread with date filling.

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Roll like a jelly roll , place in refrigerator several hours or until ready to bake.

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When ready to bake , cut slices from the roll and place on a greased baking sheet.

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Bake for 10 minutes 350 degrees.

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Ingredients

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all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, vanilla, butter, brown sugar, eggs, lemon juice, dates, sugar, water, nuts