Hazelnut Butter Stuffed Dates
These Hazelnut Butter Stuffed Dates are a delightful and nutritious snack or dessert. The combination of sweet dates, creamy hazelnut butter, crunchy hazelnuts, and warm spices creates a perfectly balanced flavor profile that will satisfy your cravings. They are also incredibly easy to make, requiring just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of your time.
Dates have been a staple food in the Middle East for centuries, and they have recently gained popularity in Western countries as a healthy and natural snack. They are a good source of fiber, potassium, and antioxidants. Hazelnuts are also a nutritious food, providing healthy fats, protein, and fiber. The combination of dates and hazelnuts in this recipe creates a snack that is both satisfying and good for you. I first developed this recipe a few years ago when I was looking for a healthy and portable snack to take with me on my hiking trips. I wanted something that would give me sustained energy and wouldn't weigh me down. These Hazelnut Butter Stuffed Dates fit the bill perfectly. They are easy to make, portable, and provide a good balance of carbohydrates, protein, and healthy fats.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 6
Ingredients
  • 12 Medjool dates, pitted
  • 1/4 cup hazelnut butter
  • 1/4 cup chopped hazelnuts
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a small bowl, mix the hazelnut butter, chopped hazelnuts, cinnamon, and sea salt until well combined.
  3. Carefully stuff each date with a generous amount of the hazelnut butter mixture.
  4. Place the stuffed dates on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the dates are slightly caramelized.
  6. Remove from the oven and let them cool before serving.
  7. Enjoy these delicious hazelnut butter stuffed dates as a satisfying dessert or snack!
Why It Works
  • The combination of sweet dates, creamy hazelnut butter, crunchy hazelnuts, and warm spices creates a perfectly balanced flavor profile.
  • The dates provide a good source of fiber, potassium, and antioxidants.
  • The hazelnuts provide healthy fats, protein, and fiber.
  • The hazelnut butter adds a creamy texture and rich flavor to the dates.
  • The cinnamon and sea salt add warmth and depth of flavor.
  • Baking the dates caramelizes them slightly, creating a chewy and flavorful texture.