Chinese Chews
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Ingredients
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped dates
3/4 chopped walnuts
2 eggs
1 cup powdered sugar, for rolling
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease an 8x8-inch metal baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix in dates and walnuts until evenly combined.
Add eggs to mixture and stir until no dry spots remain.
Transfer batter to the prepared baking dish and bake for 24-28 minutes. Careful not to overbake as they won’t roll as well if they’re too dry.
Allow chews to cool for 10 minutes, then slice into small rectangles and roll between your hands to compress into a log shape. Roll each chew in powdered sugar, then allow them to fully cool.
Store the fully cooled chews in an airtight container.
Description from the 12tomatoes website: Because it is better than I can do.....
Chinese Chews are one of those old-fashioned treats that make you stop and wonder how they got their name. First published in Good Housekeeping way back in 1917, these little sweets have been around for more than a century. Despite the name, there’s no evidence they have any connection to Chinese cuisine at all. They seem to be an American recipe that earned a spot in community cookbooks and holiday baking trays. Once you taste them you’ll see why!
Servings
About 24
Notes
I suggest cutting the very edges off so that they roll better. I didn't use half of the confectioners' sugar. I suggest starting with about 1/2 cup as you can always add more and why waste so much. It was fun to roll them and even more fun to eat them. We loved them. Easy to keep popping them in your mouth.
Source
Rachel Murray for 12tomatoes
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