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Stuffed Dates

A delightful blend of sweet Medjool dates filled with creamy and savory fillings, perfect as a snack or appetizer.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 12 Medjool dates
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts walnuts or pecans work well
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Butter knife or small spoon
  • Serving platter

Method
 

  1. Start by gently slicing the dates lengthwise, making sure not to cut all the way through.
  2. Carefully remove the pits from each date.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, chopped nuts, honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
  4. Using a butter knife or small spoon, fill each date with the cream cheese mixture, packing it in nicely.
  5. Place the stuffed dates on a serving platter and refrigerate for about 10 minutes.
  6. After chilling, serve the dates on their own or drizzled with a little extra honey if desired.

Notes

These stuffed dates can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.