Recipe: Stuffed Medjoul Dates – with Halva & Dubai Chocolate
Medjool dates are delicious on their own, but with a filling they become a real luxury treat. In this recipe we make two types: filled dates with halva and chocolate , and filled dates with pistachio cream and filo pastry (Dubai style) . Perfect as a healthy(er) snack, party snack or as part of a gift package.
🛒 What do you need?
For the Halva Chocolate dates:
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10 Medjool dates (pitted)
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140 g halva (cut into pieces)
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Melted dark or milk chocolate
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Sesame seeds (optional)
For the Dubai Chocolate dates:
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10 Medjool dates (pitted)
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2 cups filo pastry (torn into small pieces)
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1 tablespoon of butter
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180 g pistachio cream
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Melted chocolate
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Chopped pistachios
👩🍳 How to make them
Halva Chocolate dates:
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Cut open the dates and remove the pit.
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Fill each date with a small piece of halva.
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Dip one end of the filled date into melted chocolate.
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Sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.
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Let the chocolate harden for a while.
Dubai Chocolate Dates:
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Heat butter in a frying pan.
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Bake the filo pastry over medium heat until golden brown and crispy.
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Stir the pistachio cream into the warm filo pastry.
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Fill the dates with this mixture.
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Pour some melted chocolate over the top.
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Garnish with chopped pistachios and let cool.
📦 Storage tip
You can make both types of dates ahead of time and store them in the fridge for a few days. Let them come to room temperature before serving.
💡 Did you know?
Medjool dates are naturally high in fiber and natural sugars, but have a low glycemic index . This gives you long-lasting energy without spikes in your blood sugar.
