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Stuffed Dates with Almond Butter & Sea Salt

Luxurious Medjool dates filled with creamy almond butter and finished with sea salt flakes—a no-bake Ramadan favorite that tastes indulgent. Our Fat Switch swaps traditional ghee-based fillings for natural nut butters, cutting 38% of calories while doubling the protein and fiber for sustained energy.

15m

Prep Time

Servings

360

Calories

18g

Protein

🛒 Ingredients

✓ 8 Medjool dates (pitted, preferably Tunisian or Californian)
✓ 3 tbsp natural almond butter (unsweetened, no added oil)
✓ 1 tbsp plain Greek yogurt (0% fat)
✓ 1/4 tsp pure vanilla extract
✓ 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
✓ Fleur de sel or Maldon sea salt flakes (for topping)
✓ 1/2 tsp raw cacao powder (optional garnish)
✓ 1/4 tsp cardamom powder (optional garnish)
✓ Small handful raw unsalted pistachios, finely chopped (optional garnish)
✓ 1 tsp raw honey (optional drizzle)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prep the dates: Gently halve each Medjool date lengthwise with a small knife. If pits remain, use a paring knife to carefully extract them. Pat dates dry on paper towels to remove surface moisture—this prevents the filling from sliding out.

2. Make the filling: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp almond butter, 1 tbsp Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until you reach a smooth, spreadable paste. If too thick, add 1/2 tsp water at a time.

3. Fill each date: Using a small spoon or piping bag, generously fill the cavity of each date half with the almond-butter mixture. Overstuff slightly so the filling is visible and appetizing.

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4. Sandwich the dates: Press each two filled halves together gently to create a whole stuffed date. The filling should peek out slightly from the seam—this is intentional and looks elegant.

5. Add sea salt: Sprinkle a small pinch of fleur de sel or Maldon sea salt flakes onto each stuffed date. The salty-sweet contrast is the signature of this dish and enhances the nut butter flavor.

6. Garnish (optional): Dust lightly with cacao powder, cardamom powder, or chopped pistachios if desired. Drizzle 1/4 tsp honey across the plate for extra indulgence without adding it to each date.

7. Chill and serve: Refrigerate for 10 minutes to set the filling and chill the dates. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Allow 5 minutes at room temperature before serving if chilled overnight.

📊 Nutrition per Serving

Calories360 kcal

Protein18g

Carbohydrates62g

Fat11g

🏷️ Tags

#no-bake Ramadan desserts#high-protein date snacks#Middle Eastern stuffed dates

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