Stuffed Dates

Description

Stuffed Dates offer a delightful blend of natural sweetness and creamy texture, making them a perfect healthy snack or a decadent dessert. Each date is filled with nutrient-rich nut butter and a hint of sea salt, creating a balance of flavors that's sure to satisfy your sweet tooth while providing essential nutrients.

Ingredients

• 24 Medjool dates, pitted (16 oz or 450g)
• 1/2 cup almond butter (or any nut butter of your choice) (4 oz or 112g)
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
• Optional toppings: chopped nuts, shredded coconut, or dark chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Carefully slit each date on one side to create an opening. Make sure not to cut all the way through.
2. Fill each date with about a teaspoon of almond butter, or enough to stuff it generously without overflowing.
3. Sprinkle a tiny pinch of sea salt on each stuffed date.
4. If desired, top each date with your choice of chopped nuts, shredded coconut, or a few dark chocolate chips for extra flavor and texture.
5. Arrange the stuffed dates on a platter and serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator before serving for a firmer texture.

Nutritional Information

Per Serving (1 stuffed date):
Calories: 96
Protein: 1g
Carbohydrates: 21g
Fat: 2g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 18g

Health Benefits

Stuffed Dates are not only delicious but also provide a host of health benefits. Dates are a great source of natural sugars, fiber, and several essential minerals such as potassium and magnesium, which are important for maintaining heart health. The addition of nut butter adds protein and healthy fats, which help to stabilize blood sugar levels and provide lasting energy. The optional toppings can offer additional nutrients, such as antioxidants from dark chocolate or extra fiber and healthy fats from nuts and coconut.