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Stuffed Dates (6 Ways!) Recipe

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Discover six delightful variations of stuffed Medjool dates, perfect for quick snacks or elegant appetizers. These sweet and savory treats combine creamy cheeses, crunchy nuts, fresh herbs, and rich chocolate to create a range of flavors that cater to different tastes. Ready in just 5 minutes, these no-cook stuffed dates make a versatile and impressive finger food for any occasion.

Ingredients

Dates

  • 12 soft Medjool dates, pitted

Goat Cheese Pistachio Hot Honey Filling

  • 4 ounces soft goat cheese (e.g., Trader Joe's Caramelized Onion)
  • ¼ cup chopped pistachios
  • 3 tablespoons hot honey (or to taste)

Brie Pecan Rosemary Filling

  • 4 ounces brie cheese, cut into 12 small pieces (about 1 teaspoon each)
  • 12 pecan halves
  • Chopped fresh rosemary, to taste

Ricotta Sun-Dried Tomato Filling

  • 4 ounces ricotta cheese
  • ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
  • 12 oil-packed sun-dried tomato halves
  • 12 fresh basil leaves

Snickers Inspired Filling

  • 4 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
  • ¼ cup roasted salted peanuts, finely chopped (divided)
  • ½ cup dark chocolate chips, melted

Almond Butter Raspberry Filling

  • 6 tablespoons creamy almond butter
  • 12 fresh raspberries

Chunky Monkey Filling

  • 4 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
  • 12 thin banana slices
  • ¼ cup dark chocolate chips, melted

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dates: Using a small sharp knife, make a slit in each Medjool date and carefully remove the pit. Arrange the dates on a plate or, if you prefer to bake them later, place on a parchment-lined baking sheet as suggested in the notes.
  2. Stuff with Goat Cheese Pistachio Hot Honey: Use a small spreader or spoon to fill each date with soft goat cheese. Sprinkle chopped pistachios over the cheese and drizzle with hot honey to taste, adding a sweet and spicy kick.
  3. Stuff with Brie Pecan Rosemary: Insert a piece of brie cheese and a pecan half into each date. Finish by sprinkling finely chopped fresh rosemary to add a fragrant herbal note.
  4. Stuff with Ricotta Sun-Dried Tomato: In a small bowl, mix ricotta cheese with kosher salt and optional lemon zest for brightness. Stuff each date with a spoonful of this ricotta mixture, then top with one sun-dried tomato half and a fresh basil leaf for a fresh, savory flavor combination.
  5. Stuff with Snickers Inspired Filling: Fill each date with about 1 teaspoon creamy peanut butter, followed by a pinch of finely chopped roasted salted peanuts. Dip the stuffed date in melted dark chocolate and then sprinkle more chopped peanuts on top to replicate a candy-bar style treat.
  6. Stuff with Almond Butter Raspberry: Use 1 ½ teaspoons creamy almond butter to fill each date. Press a single fresh raspberry into the center for a juicy, tart contrast to the nut butter.
  7. Stuff with Chunky Monkey: Fill each date with 1 teaspoon creamy peanut butter and place a thin slice of banana on top. Drizzle melted dark chocolate over each one for a rich and sweet finish reminiscent of classic dessert flavors.

Notes

  • While these stuffed dates are designed to be eaten fresh, you can bake them briefly on a parchment-lined baking sheet if you prefer warm, melty fillings; monitor closely to avoid overheating the delicate dates and cheeses.
  • Medjool dates are preferred for their softness and large size, which makes stuffing easier.
  • Adjust quantities of honey, chocolate, and nuts according to preference and dietary needs.
  • These can be prepared ahead and refrigerated; bring to room temperature before serving for best texture and flavor.
  • Use high-quality ingredients such as fresh nuts and cheeses to enhance the overall taste experience.

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