Description
Discover six delightful ways to enjoy stuffed Medjool dates, featuring an array of nut butters, vegan cream cheese, toasted nuts, fresh herbs, and rich dark chocolate. These bite-sized treats balance sweetness with savory and nutty flavors, making perfect snacks or elegant appetizers.
Ingredients
Scale
Dates
- 10 Medjool dates
Fillings and Toppings
- 3 tablespoons almond butter
- 5–6 pistachio nuts, toasted and crushed
- 2 teaspoons desiccated coconut
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons vegan cream cheese
- 10 pecan nuts, toasted
- 1 sundried tomato, finely diced
- 2–3 fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2–3 tablespoons peanut butter
- 5–6 almonds, lightly toasted and crushed
- 1 oz dark chocolate, chopped (28 g)
- ⅓ teaspoon coarse salt
- 3–4 tablespoons almond ricotta
- 5–6 walnuts, toasted and crushed
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 3–4 tablespoons peanut butter
- 10 almonds, lightly toasted
- 2.5 oz dark chocolate, melted (70 g)
- 3 tablespoons vegan cream cheese
- 5–6 walnuts, toasted and crushed
- 2–3 sprigs fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup, to drizzle
Instructions
- Prepare the dates: Cut the Medjool dates lengthwise along one side and carefully remove the pits. Arrange the pitted dates in a single layer on a large serving plate to prepare for stuffing.
- Stuff the dates: Fill each date cavity with your choice of nut butters like almond or peanut butter, or with the cream cheese mixture made by combining vegan cream cheese with chopped fresh herbs and crushed toasted nuts for added flavor and texture.
- Prepare snickers-style dates: For the snickers variation, stuff each date with one almond, then dip them completely in melted dark chocolate. Place these dipped dates on a cooling rack to allow any excess chocolate to drip off and set properly.
- Season and chill: Optionally sprinkle all stuffed dates with coarse salt to enhance the flavors. Refrigerate the prepared dates for at least one hour to allow the fillings to firm up and the flavors to meld.
- Add final toppings: Just before serving, drizzle some dates with maple syrup and sprinkle additional fresh herbs, like chopped rosemary or thyme, and more crushed nuts for garnish and extra flavor.
Notes
- Use Medjool dates for their soft texture and natural sweetness, which complements the fillings perfectly.
- To toast nuts, lightly heat them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until fragrant, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
- The almond ricotta can be homemade or store-bought; it adds a creamy texture and slight tanginess.
- Refrigeration helps the chocolate set and the flavors to meld; do not skip chilling before serving.
- Feel free to adjust nut butters and herbs to suit dietary preferences or flavor variations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Fusion
Keywords: stuffed dates, Medjool dates, vegan snacks, nut butter stuffed dates, healthy appetizers, dairy-free desserts
