Ingredients
Scale
- 20 large Medjool dates
- 8 oz cream cheese (or vegan alternative)
- ½ cup chopped walnuts (or any preferred nuts)
- 2 tablespoons honey (optional)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- Sea salt, for sprinkling
- Fresh herbs (like rosemary or parsley), for garnish
Instructions
To create delicious roasted stuffed dates, follow these step-by-step instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prep Dates: Cut a slit down the side of each date and remove the pit. Be careful not to cut all the way through.
- Prepare Filling: In a medium bowl, blend the cream cheese, honey, and cinnamon until smooth. Fold in the chopped walnuts for added crunch.
- Stuff Dates: Use a small spoon or your fingers to fill each date with the cream cheese mixture. Pack it in generously.
- Arrange Dates: Place the stuffed dates on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, ensuring they don’t touch each other.
- Roast Dates: Put in the preheated oven and roast for about 15 minutes, until the edges start to caramelize and the filling is warm.
- Sprinkle Salt: Remove from the oven and sprinkle a tiny pinch of sea salt over each date to enhance flavors.
- Garnish: Garnish with fresh herbs for a touch of color and added flavor.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the dates to cool for a few minutes before serving.
These easy instructions ensure that you create a dish bursting with flavor!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 20 dates
- Calories: 80 kcal per date
- Fat: 3.5g
- Protein: 1g