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Ramadan Stuffed Dates with Cream Cheese and Pistachios
aminima.ai
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Ramadan Stuffed Dates with Cream Cheese and Pistachios
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Ramadan Stuffed Dates with Cream Cheese and Pistachios

A delightful and easy-to-make treat, perfect for Iftar or Suhoor during Ramadan. These Medjool dates are carefully pitted, filled with a creamy cheese mixture, and then coated with crunchy chopped pistachios, offering a harmonious blend of sweet and savory flavors in every bite.
#Ramadan
#Dates
#Dessert
#Appetizer
#No-bake
#Easy
#Middle Eastern
#Snack
#Iftar
#Suhoor
#Vegetarian
Pitted Medjool Dates Ready for Stuffing
Pitted Medjool Dates Ready for Stuffing

Recipe Information

13m
Prep Time
0m
Cook Time
13m
Total Time
10
Servings
Easy
Middle Eastern
English
Nutrition (per serving)
150
Calories
3g
Protein
25g
Carbs
5g
Fat
Dates being filled with Cream Cheese
Dates being filled with Cream Cheese

Ingredients

  • Medjool dates
    (large, pitted)

    20 pieces
  • Cream cheese
    (softened at room temperature)

    100 grams
  • Pistachios
    (shelled and finely chopped)

    50 grams
  • Honey
    (optional, for drizzling)

    1 tablespoon
Servings: 10
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Dates Coated with Crushed Pistachios
Dates Coated with Crushed Pistachios

Instructions

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  • 1

    Carefully slice each Medjool date lengthwise on one side and remove the pit.
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    Carefully slice each Medjool date lengthwise on one side and remove the pit.
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    Use a small, sharp knife for easy pitting without splitting the date completely.
  • 2

    Take a small spoon or use a piping bag to fill each pitted date with the softened cream cheese.
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    Take a small spoon or use a piping bag to fill each pitted date with the softened cream cheese.
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    Don't overfill the dates; a small amount of cream cheese is sufficient.
  • 3

    Finely chop the shelled pistachios. Ensure they are in small enough pieces to adhere to the dates.
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    Finely chop the shelled pistachios. Ensure they are in small enough pieces to adhere to the dates.
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    A food processor can quickly chop pistachios, but be careful not to turn them into a paste.
  • 4

    Gently roll each cream cheese-filled date in the chopped pistachios until evenly coated.
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    Gently roll each cream cheese-filled date in the chopped pistachios until evenly coated.
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    Press lightly to ensure the pistachios stick well to the dates and cream cheese.
  • 5

    Arrange the stuffed dates on a serving platter. Optionally, drizzle with a small amount of honey before serving.
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    Arrange the stuffed dates on a serving platter. Optionally, drizzle with a small amount of honey before serving.
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    Serve chilled for the best texture and flavor. These can be prepared a few hours in advance.
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