Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsRed Arrow DinerDinah Fingers Recipe

Dinah Fingers Recipe

Inspired by Red Arrow Diner
Time1h 30m
Serves12

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Ingredients

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Dough

Filling

Topping

Method

Dough Preparation

  1. 1

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

  2. 2

    Cream Butter and Sugar

    In another bowl, beat the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

  3. 3

    Combine Mixtures

    Add the dry ingredients to the butter-sugar mixture, and mix until just combined.

  4. 4

    Add Wet Ingredients

    Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, until fully incorporated.

  5. 5

    Chill Dough

    Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Filling Preparation

  1. 6

    Mix Filling Ingredients

    In a medium bowl, combine the chopped walnuts, brown sugar, honey, and cinnamon. Set aside.

Assembly and Baking

  1. 7

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

  2. 8

    Shape Dough

    Once the dough is chilled, take small portions and flatten them into small circles.

  3. 9

    Add Filling

    Place a spoonful of the walnut filling in the center of each dough circle.

  4. 10

    Fold and Seal

    Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape, and pinch the edges to seal.

  5. 11

    Bake

    Place the filled dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.

  6. 12

    Cool Down

    After baking, let them cool on a wire rack.

Topping Preparation

  1. 13

    Make Glaze

    In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth.

  2. 14

    Drizzle Over Fingers

    Once the Dinah Fingers are cool, drizzle the glaze over each pastry before serving.

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