Date Pinwheel Cookies: The Prettiest Treat for the Dessert Tray

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 2 cups packed brown sugar
• 3 large eggs, room temperature
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• FILLING:
• 2-1/2 cups chopped dates
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup finely chopped pecans