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Free for a limited timeAlmond-Stuffed Dates Dipped in Dark Chocolate
Dates are the first sweet offered to guests in the Gulf, and this recipe takes them up a level: stuffed with almond butter and dipped in dark chocolate. It tastes like a candy bar, made with natural ingredients.
Great for guests, Ramadan, or as a gift in a pretty box.
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Why it beats packaged sweets
- Natural date sweetness, no added sugar
- Almond butter adds protein and healthy fats
- 70% dark chocolate is lower in sugar with antioxidants
Stuffed Dates
15 minPrep
20 minChill
12Pieces
90kcal each
Ingredients
- 12 Medjool or Sukkari dates
- 3 tbsp almond or peanut butter
- 12 roasted almonds
- 60 g 70% dark chocolate
- Pinch of sea salt
Method
- Slit the dates and remove the pits.
- Fill each with a teaspoon of almond butter and one almond.
- Melt the chocolate and dip half of each date.
- Sprinkle with salt and chill 20 minutes to set.
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Tip
Medjool dates are big and soft — easiest to stuff.
Other filling ideas
- Peanut butter and a pinch of salt
- Walnut and cinnamon
- Labneh and pistachio
- Tahini and toasted sesame
Frequently asked questions
How many can I eat?
One or two with coffee — dates are natural but high in sugar.
How long do they keep?
Two weeks in an airtight box in the fridge.
Best date variety?
Medjool for size and softness, or Khalas for that Gulf flavour.
⚠️ For general education only. If you have a health condition or allergy, consult your doctor.