Chinese Chews I

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Ensure your oven rack is positioned in the center. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, baking powder, cake flour, and salt until well combined. Add the ground pecans and pureed dates to the dry ingredients and mix until evenly distributed. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins In a separate bowl, lightly beat the eggs. Add the beaten eggs to the date and nut mixture. Mix until everything is thoroughly incorporated and the batter is smooth. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Press the mixture evenly into an ungreased shallow cookie sheet (approximately 9x13 inches) making sure to spread it as thinly as possible for the best chewy texture. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 20 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean. (20 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins While the chews are still hot, use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to cut them into 1 to 2-inch squares. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Allow the squares to cool slightly until they are cool enough to handle. Gently roll each square into a ball. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Place the confectioners' sugar in a shallow dish. Roll each date ball in the confectioners' sugar, ensuring they are fully coated. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 30 mins Allow the Chinese Chews to cool completely on a wire rack before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the texture to set. (30 minutes)