Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large Medjool dates, pitted
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
- 12 whole pecans, for topping
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix the cream cheese, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and chopped pecans until smooth.
- Using a paring knife, gently slice each date lengthwise without cutting all the way through. Open slightly.
- Spoon the cream cheese mixture into each date, filling the center.
- Top each date with a whole pecan, pressing gently.
- Arrange on a serving plate and chill for 10–15 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use Medjool dates for best texture and size.
- Toasting pecans before using adds a deeper flavor.
- Make ahead and store in fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed date
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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