Stuffed dates are the perfect, speedy, no-bake, one-bite treats! A quick and easy options to satisfy a sweet tooth at any time.
These stuffed medjool dates are one of my go-to desserts. When I went gluten-free and dairy-free back in 2006 due to health issues (read my story), I knew I had to think of some quick and easy options that would satisfy my sweet tooth at any time. Stuffed dates are the perfect, speedy, no-bake, one-bite treats!
So when I don’t have my favorite blueberry muffins or cocoa caramel bars on hand, or just want something quick, I take out a date, pull it apart, and stuff it with scrumptious spreads and toppings. Literally takes 30 seconds. And it’s oh-so-de-lish.
You could also call these an anytime treat, they don’t have to be saved ’til dessert! I love eating dates with cacao nibs for an on-the-go snack or when I need a bit of an energy boost.
They’re naturally sweet (so you don’t have to add sweetener), but also low on the glycemic scale and a good source of fiber – as well as being high in antioxidants, and vitamins and minerals. And, they’re a simple gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, and paleo dessert for anyone on a special diet.
They melt in your mouth.
But, here’s the trick – your medjool dates need to be soft and super plump. Use the plumpest of the plump. If they’re too dry or hard as a rock, they will not be good. Trust me.
So, here’s where you get to have fun! The sky is the limit with fun, tasty flavor combinations.
I’ve put some recommended combos below as well – these are my favorite combos – let me know what you think!
Super Simple Stuffed Dessert Dates
Stuffed dates are the perfect, speedy, no-bake, one-bite treats! A quick and easy options to satisfy a sweet tooth at any time.
Print Pin RateServings: 1
Calories: 73kcal
Ingredients
- Dates
Spreads
- Chocolate Mousse
- Made to Glow Healthy Chocolate Frosting
- Almond Butter, coconut butter, peanut butter, cashew butter (or other nut or seed butter)
- Tahini
- Nutella
- Goat Cheese
Toppings
- Chocolate chips
- Chunks of dark chocolate
- Cacao nibs or these 99% dark chocolate critters**
- Goji Berries or mulberries
- Pecans, walnuts, almonds
- Cinnamon or ginger or candied ginger
- Granola
- Shredded coconut
- Hemp seeds or chia seeds
- Red pepper flakes
- Himalayan sea salt
Instructions
- Take a medjool date, slice it down the middle or pull it apart, and remove the pit so it makes a little pouch.
- Add a dollop of your spread of choice.
- Sprinkle with your topping.
- Enjoy and repeat. Try new spread and topping combos and report back with your favorites!
Notes
**these are my fave when I'm trying to avoid added sugar but still want a chocolate-y taste. The bitterness of the unsweetened chocolate plus the soft sweetness of the date (oh, add some peanut butter in there as well) is dynamite.
Made to Glow Healthy Chocolate Frosting
Nutritional info will vary. The numbers calculated are for one date, 1.5 tsp of almond butter and a sprinkle of shredded coconut.
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Nutrition
Calories: 73kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 102mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 0.3mg
Here are some of my tried-and-true combinations to inspire you to think of your own creations:
- Cashew or peanut butter with cinnamon… tastes like a cinnamon roll!
- Peanut butter with chocolate chips
- Chocolate mousse with himalayan salt
- Chocolate mousse with orange zest
- Coconut butter with goji berries
- Made to Glow Healthy Chocolate Frosting drizzled with peanut butter
And here are a few more examples!
Enjoy!
What flavor combination are you looking forward to trying?
Joanne
every one loved them. I made 2 kinds and used different ingredients..
thank you, J
Beth
That’s so awesome!! Thanks for telling me – you made my night. 🙂
Heather @ My Overflowing Cup
What a clever way to enjoy dates! Thanks so much for sharing this. My favorite desserts are those that are yummy but still have a health factor.
Alexandra @ Made to Glow
Thanks, Heather! I totally agree. Hope you enjoy and let us know which flavor combo you try!