Stuffed Dates
Simple and indulgent stuffed dates filled with creamy cheese and crunchy nuts, offering a naturally sweet treat with customizable flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 12–16 stuffed dates
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 12–16 dates (pitted, preferably Medjool)
- 1/2 cup cream cheese or goat cheese
- 1/3 cup nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pistachios)
- 1–2 tbsp honey (optional)
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate, melted (optional)
- Pinch of sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Slice each date lengthwise and remove the pit if necessary.
- Gently open each date and fill with cream cheese or goat cheese.
- Add a nut inside or press it on top of the filling.
- Optional: Drizzle with honey or dip partially in melted dark chocolate.
- Sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt if desired.
- Serve immediately or chill until ready to serve.
Notes
- Use Medjool dates for the best texture and sweetness.
- Substitute cheese with peanut butter or almond butter for a dairy-free option.
- Roll stuffed dates in coconut flakes or crushed nuts for extra texture.
- Add herbs for a savory twist.
- Let chilled dates sit at room temperature before serving for best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 dates
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
Find it online: https://cookedbymaya.com/stuffed-dates/
