Date Rolls
We enjoyed the visit from my husband's family, especially seeing the young cousins play together so nicely.
Recipe Summary Date Rolls
My grandma, Mary Stufflebeam, has made these every Christmas for as long as I can remember.Ingredients | Resurrection Rolls Story Printable1 cup shortening1 cup white sugar1 cup packed brown sugar3 eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 tablespoon water4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt1 pound dates, pitted and chopped½ cup white sugar1 cup waterDirectionsCream together shortening, 1 cup white sugar and 1 cup of brown sugar. Add eggs, vanilla and 1 tablespoon of water.Sift flour, soda, and saltTWICE and add to sugar mixture. Divide dough into 2 or 3 parts.Cook dates, 1/2 cup white sugar and 1 cup water over low heat, stirring constantly until it becomes a smooth paste. Let cool.Roll each section of dough into rectangles 1/4 - 1/2 inch thick.Spread filling over rectangles and roll up like a jelly roll. Cover and chill dough until firm; 2 - 3 hours.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C). Slice dough 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes.Info | Resurrection Rolls Story PrintableServings:
36
Yield:
6 dozen
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