Spiced Walnut-Stuffed Dates Recipe
Middle Eastern · Appetizer · 15 min total
Sweet Medjool dates are stuffed with a spiced walnut filling for an elegant, no-bake appetizer that balances rich sweetness with warm spices and crunchy nuts.
15
min prep
min prep
24
servings
servings
85
kcal/serving
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 24 Medjool dates, pitted
- 1 cup walnuts, finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted (or coconut oil for vegan)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine walnuts, cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, and salt. Stir in honey and melted butter until evenly coated.
- Using a small spoon or your fingers, stuff each date with about 1 teaspoon of the walnut mixture, pressing gently to fill the cavity.
- Arrange stuffed dates on a serving platter. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Tips
- For a vegan version, substitute maple syrup for honey and coconut oil for butter.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- Garnish with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt or a drizzle of honey before serving.
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