Date and Walnut Rolls
Chewy date-and-walnut confection rolled in coconut, chilled until firm, and cut into bite-size rounds.
Instructions
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Step 1
Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Transfer them to a mixing bowl.
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Step 2
Melt the butter in the skillet over low heat. Add the dates and cook, pressing and stirring them until they form a cohesive paste that pulls away from the skillet.
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Step 3
Remove the skillet from the heat. Fold in the toasted walnuts, cardamom, and salt until evenly combined.
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Step 4
Transfer the mixture to the mixing bowl and let it cool until warm but comfortable to handle.
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Step 5
Spread the coconut over a sheet of parchment paper. Shape the date mixture into a compact 20 cm log, then roll and press it in the coconut to coat all sides.
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Step 6
Wrap the log in the parchment paper and refrigerate until firm.
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Step 7
Unwrap the firm log and cut it crosswise into 12 even rolls.