Classic Dates Cookies

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a food processor, blend the pitted dates until they form a smooth paste.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

4. 4

   Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until well combined.

5. 5

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.

6. 6

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

7. 7

   Fold in the date paste until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

8. 8

   Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

9. 9

   Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.

10. 10

    Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.