Coffee Date Walnut Roll

This naturally sweetened, no-bake Coffee Date Walnut Roll features a layer of dark chocolate cookies soaked in rich, flavorful Armenian coffee, and is topped with a beautiful white-and-milk chocolate design. Not only does it look elegant, but it tastes absolutely special. This sweet treat is super easy to make and pairs perfectly with a fresh cup of coffee!

Surprisingly, this dessert is on the healthier side, with its creamy, nutty date mixture offering the perfect balance if you’re watching your figure but still craving something sweet! I decided this will definitely be something I make when I have guests over. It’s a true showstopper with its presentation, and the taste is out of this world, especially with that rich, flavorful coffee it’s made from.

When Edna’s Gourmet Coffee Company reached out to us and wanted to gift us their Armenian coffee to try out, we were super excited! I have to say… WOW! It tastes incredibly rich and flavorful! My husband and I have found a new favorite coffee. It’s so fresh when you open the bag, and it was the perfect inspiration to create a dessert that brings in that same richness!

We were super excited when Edna’s Gourmet Coffee Company sent us their Armenian coffee to try. It tastes rich and flavorful, and we loved creating a dessert inspired by it. All thoughts and opinions are my own, okay, let’s get to the recipe! 🥰

IN THIS POST: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW TO MAKE THE PERFECT COFFEE DATE WALNUT ROLL

• Why You’ll Fall in Love with This Coffee and Date Treat
• 🍴INGREDIENTS YOU’LL NEED TO MAKE THIS COFFEE DATE WALNUT ROLL
• STEPS TO MAKE THIS RECIPE!
• PREFER TO WATCH STEP-BY-STEP RECIPE VIDEO INSTEAD OF READING?
• JUMP TO RECIPE CARD

Why You’ll Fall in Love with This Coffee and Date Treat

Might as well take yourself on a date after enjoying this dessert! It’s an amazing sweet treat to have alongside a freshly brewed coffee or even tea.

Dates are incredibly popular in Middle Eastern cuisine and have been used in pastries and desserts for centuries. They’re known for their rich, warm, caramel-like flavor and natural aroma. The best part? They’re packed with health benefits! Dates are often paired with nuts, fruits, and, of course, a fresh cup of coffee, making them the perfect inspiration for a dessert like this one!

🍴INGREDIENTS YOU’LL NEED TO MAKE THIS COFFEE DATE WALNUT ROLL

Here is a preview of the ingredients you’ll need to make this recipe! You can find these at your local grocery store, or you can shop online. (Detailed ingredients in Recipe Card down below)

Armenian Coffee Ingredients

• Water
• Edna’s Gourmet Armenian Coffee – (Finely ground coffee)
• Grandulated Sugar

Date Pastry Ingredients

• Pitted Dates
• Walnuts
• Brewed Armenian Coffee
• Milano Dark Chocolate Cookies
• Meltable White Chocolate Chips
• 100% Coco powder

Equipment:

• Espresso Cup – to measure water size
• Small Coffee Pot – (Jezve)
• Standard Rolling Pin
• Parchment Papper
• Long, ultra-thin, dowel-style rolling pin or a metal straw (yarkhsta/grtnak or oklava) – You can find this at your local hardwood store – make sure to wash and dry it under the sun very well before using.

Note: I chose Milano cookies because they have an elegant flavor and texture, with a crisp. It’s a sandwich-style cookie already filled with a rich layer of dark chocolate in the center. They’re perfect for pairing with coffee or incorporating into other desserts, making them an ideal match for this roll! Of course, you can also use any dry buttery cookie of your choice if you prefer.

STEPS TO MAKE THIS RECIPE!

Step 1: Pour 2 espresso cups of water into your coffee pot. Add coffee and sugar, stirring until clumps disappear. Place over high heat and bring to a boil. Once it foams and rises, remove from the heat quickly. Pour into a bowl and let cool.
Note: Coffee grounds will settle at the bottom; that’s what you want.

Step 2: In a food processor, blend walnuts and dates into a soft paste. Place the paste on parchment, cover with another sheet, and gently press with your hands. Roll into a rectangle about ¼-inch thick.

Step 3: Remove the top parchment and trim edges. Lightly dip cookies into the cooled coffee and line them along the edge of the date paste. Roll inward, folding twice. Add another cookie layer on top and roll again twice. Slice down the extra date paste for a second roll if desired. The remaining date paste works well with one cookie layer.

Step 4: Roll the assembled roll over crushed walnuts, pressing lightly so they stick. Pat down evenly, keeping the bottom flat. Gently press a shallow well along the center using a thin rolling pin, while supporting the roll with your fingertips to keep its shape.

Step 5: Melt white chocolate in the microwave. Reserve 4 tablespoons, mix with cocoa powder for a chocolate drizzle. Pipe white chocolate into the center well, then drizzle cocoa chocolate in ½-inch lines over the roll.
Note: Chocolate should flow smoothly; don’t over-squeeze.

Step 6: Use a thin stick or knife tip to drag across the lines in a smooth motion for an elegant pattern. Let the chocolate sit for a few minutes before cutting, or refrigerate and cut later with a warm knife. Enjoy!

Have any questions about this recipe, or have you tried making our recipe yet? If so, we would LOVE to hear how it turned out! You can post, tag, rate, and comment down below and on Instagram! 👇 Thank you in advance! 

PREFER TO WATCH STEP-BY-STEP RECIPE VIDEO INSTEAD OF READING?

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