Description
Baklava Stuffed Dates are a delightful combination of rich, nutty flavors and natural sweetness, perfect for a quick snack or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 Medjool dates (pitted)
- 3 tablespoons chopped walnuts
- 3 tablespoons chopped pistachios
- 1 tablespoon honey (or substitute with maple syrup or agave)
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Dates: If your Medjool dates are still pitted, slice them gently down the middle without cutting all the way through and remove the pit.
- Make the Filling: In a small bowl, combine the chopped walnuts and pistachios. Add in the honey (or your chosen sweetener), cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Stir until well coated.
- Fill the Dates: Spoon the nut mixture into the center of each opened date. Press gently to ensure each date is filled well.
- Enjoy!: These Baklava Stuffed Dates are now ready to be savored.
Notes
Choose plump, soft Medjool dates for the best texture. You can customize the nuts and add a pinch of salt to enhance the flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg