I have always wanted to make pinwheel cookies but for some reason I never got round to doing it until now. It was as if I needed an excuse. I guess I finally got one when I was invited two weeks ago to participate in a very special event known as Pass the Plate. Sharon and Denise of Be Betsey were inspired by Kitchenaid’s Cook for the Cure® to join the fight against breast cancer. They purchased and registered a uniquely marked Villeroy & Boch plate designed by Jacques Pepin for this event. Each time the plate filled with cookies is passed and registered, KitchenAid will make a $5 donation to Susan G. Komen for the Cure® .
Last week I received an absolutely gorgeous and delicious plate of Pinon Biscotti from MJ of MJ’s Kitchen, based in New Mexico. The biscottis were lightly scented with lavender, one of my favorite herbs. Ro-Ri San and I have been enjoying them with our tea. She also included a jar of Darjeeling tea with the cookies. Many thanks MJ for your thoughtfulness and for making our tea time even more delightful. If you have never been to MJ’s blog, you are missing out. Every time I visit, I feel like I have known MJ for years. She makes you feel at home with her stories and writing. She shares many treasured family recipes as well as South Western dishes. Her photography is amazing! Please do visit and tell her I said “Hi”.
This event holds a special meaning for me as a dear friend recently told me she has breast cancer. She had one side of her breast removed and is currently undergoing chemotherapy. I struggled with the news and when MJ contacted me about doing this, I readily accepted. It is a small way for me to do something for my friend. The Susan G. Komen for the Cure® is fueling the best science and making the biggest impact in the fight against breast cancer. To date they have invested almost $2 billion to fulfill their promise of working to end breast cancer in the U.S. and throughout the world through ground-breaking research, community health outreach, advocacy and programs in more than 50 countries. To learn more, please visit Susan G. Komen for the Cure®.
This Plate has been all over the country. It arrived from New Mexico and from here in Minnesota it will be travelling to the talented Jessica of Kitchen Belleicious in Texas. Jessica is a Southern girl with a passion for cooking. She is “fearless” in the kitchen and enjoys putting a twist to classic dishes. She exudes energy and charm and her blog is vibrant and exciting. She has two adorable little boys and still finds time to write not one but three blogs. The other two are Belleicious Kids and Belleicious Baby. Please do visit as I know you will enjoy her blogs.
And now for the Persimmon and Walnut Pinwheel Cookies…
I wanted to make something a little different for Jessica. Since cookie dough is basically the same, a filled cookie will allow me more room for creativity. I love persimmons and decided to use the dried ones for the filling. Dried persimmons taste almost like dates but they have a brighter color. They combine really well with cinnamon and walnuts. Please substitute with dates if you prefer.
Pinwheel cookies are not difficult to make but they do require a little patience. The dough needs to be refrigerated so that it can be handled and shaped. I did not use egg in this recipe and so the dough is light and buttery. All in all I am really happy with the results. We have been enjoying ours for tea time. I hope Jessica and her family will enjoy them too.
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My eldest son, Ro-Taro is home from college for Thanksgiving…YAY! I will be taking the next few days off to enjoy time with the family. Have a Blessed Thanksgiving!
Sharon and Denise @BeBetsy says
November 21, 2012 at 6:58 pmBiren,
Sincere and heartfelt thanks for your being a part of Pass the Plate at BeBetsy. We are so happy to meet you and see your wonderful post about the most amazing cookies. Your efforts mean so much to us and to many others out there who may benefit.
Very best wishes for a happy happy holiday season ahead.
Sharon and Denise
Biren says
November 21, 2012 at 9:36 pmHi Sharon and Denise,
So nice to meet you both. It is indeed an honor and pleasure to be a part of this awesome event. Thank you for hosting and organizing it. Wishing you both and your families a very Happy Thanksgiving.
Hugs,
Biren
Eileen says
November 21, 2012 at 8:02 pmYour cookies look delicious!
Biren says
November 21, 2012 at 9:38 pmHi Eileen! Thank you so much for visiting and commenting. I have enjoyed reading your post on Pass the Plate. It is amazing to read all the other stories and I am honored to be a part of the awesome event.
Zoe says
November 21, 2012 at 8:37 pmThese cookies look great!
Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family.
Biren says
November 21, 2012 at 9:39 pmThanks Zoe! Happy Thanksgiving to you too! 🙂
mjskit says
November 21, 2012 at 9:26 pmBiren – these cookies are amazing! I love persimmon so that makes them even better! I’m sure Jessica will love them! Thanks for introducing me to Jessica. I can’t wait to go check out her blogs. Thanks so much for the nice introduction and kind words! You’re a doll!! Also – thank you so much for participating. I’m so sorry to read about your friend. It sure helps to have friends like you during such trying times. Thanks again and wishing you and your family a wonderful holiday weekend!
Biren says
November 21, 2012 at 9:45 pmThanks MJ for your kind words but most of thank you for your friendship. It truly is an honor to be a part of this awesome event and I am thrilled that you invited me. Jessica is wonderful! You will love her. Wishing you and Bobby a very Happy Thanksgiving! ♥
Angie@Angie's Recipes says
November 22, 2012 at 4:49 amYum! They are perfect with my afternoon tea!
Biren says
November 26, 2012 at 8:15 amThanks Angie! They are wonderful with tea. 🙂
Dongxing says
November 22, 2012 at 6:53 amNow I understand how the plate is being passed around! What a lovely idea and for a good cause too, and also for a good eat! I am amazed at your creativity, good job I don’t live nearby or my son would be around asking you, constantly and unashamedly, to make the cookies. I bet the persimmon and walnut is a good combination together.
Jeannie says
November 22, 2012 at 7:18 amWhat a lovely way to enjoy your teatime, these cookies certainly give a very festive feel to the season! Happy Thanks giving to you and yours Biren:)
denise @ singapore shiok says
November 22, 2012 at 9:03 amSuch a beautiful idea and worthy undertaking. I am sorry to hear about your friend. I hope she is coping well. Your cookies look wonderful and I love that you used dried persimmon for the filling. Hope you’re having a lovely Thanksgiving with your loved ones 🙂
Kitchen Belleicious says
November 25, 2012 at 3:51 pmBiren! My friend! Oh my gosh these cookies were so incredible. I have never had permission with walnuts before but now I can’t wait to make them for my friends and family! They are just simple divine and I am so blessed and thankful that you included me in this program! thank you so very much and can’t wait to bless someone else with a plate of cookies!
Biren says
November 26, 2012 at 8:15 amSo glad to hear you received the cookies! 🙂 I hope you and your family enjoyed them. Thank you once again for agreeing to participate in this program. I look forward to seeing where the plate is going to next. Hugs…Biren ♥
kitchenriffs says
November 26, 2012 at 6:14 pmGreat cookie! Pinwheel cookies are always so flavorful, and these look particularly nice. And such a great cause! Good stuff – thanks.
kristy says
November 28, 2012 at 3:26 amI simply adore the additional of dried persimmon. Should tastes awesome.
Kristy