These easy stuffed dates are a healthy, delicious, and customizable snack or dessert. Naturally sweet and filled with creamy or crunchy fillings, they’re perfect for entertaining or meal prep.
Author:Emily
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:0 minutes
Total Time:10 minutes
Yield:10 stuffed dates
Category:Snack
Method:No-Bake
Cuisine:Middle Eastern-Inspired
Diet:Vegan
Ingredients
Medjool dates, pitted
Nut butter (almond, peanut, or cashew)
Chopped nuts (pistachios, almonds, walnuts)
Dark chocolate chips or melted dark chocolate
Sea salt flakes (optional)
Coconut flakes (optional)
Granola (optional)
Protein bar pieces or cookie dough (optional)
Yogurt (dairy-free or regular, optional)
Instructions
Slice the Medjool dates lengthwise on one side and remove the pits.
Fill each date with a spoonful of nut butter or your desired filling such as yogurt, protein bar pieces, or cookie dough.
Top with chopped nuts, granola, or coconut flakes as desired.
If using chocolate, drizzle melted chocolate over the dates or dip them halfway in melted chocolate.
Sprinkle with sea salt flakes for extra flavor (optional).
Place the stuffed dates in the fridge or freezer for a few minutes to set if using chocolate.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge.
Notes
Use soft Medjool dates for best results.
You can customize the fillings to suit dietary needs or preferences.
These make a great prep-ahead snack or dessert option.
Store in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.