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Baklava Stuffed Dates

Delicious Baklava Stuffed Dates to Satisfy Your Sweet Cravings

Try these Baklava Stuffed Dates, a sweet blend of medjool dates filled with nuts and spices, perfect for a healthy snack.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 12 dates
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 80

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 12 pieces Medjool Dates pitted
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pistachios or substitute with almonds
For Sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Honey can substitute with maple syrup
For Flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Knife
  • Spoon
  • Airtight Container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Baklava Stuffed Dates
  1. Start by ensuring you have pitted Medjool dates. Slice each date along one side and remove the pit.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped walnuts, chopped pistachios, honey, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Stir until well mixed.
  3. Using a spoon or fingers, gently fill each date with the nut mixture, packing it in firmly.
  4. Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition

Serving: 1dateCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 1.5gSaturated Fat: 0.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.8gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These Baklava Stuffed Dates can be enjoyed cold or at room temperature. For longer storage, they can also be frozen for about 3 months.

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