Salty Honey & Feta Stuffed Dates
A delightful Mediterranean fusion dessert, these dates offer a sophisticated balance of sweet, salty, and umami. Medjool dates are pitted and generously stuffed with a creamy, tangy feta cheese mixture, then drizzled with a rich, warm honey and a sprinkle of toasted pine nuts for a delightful crunch.
Prep Time
20 min
Difficulty
Easy
Servings
12
Calories
150 kcal
Instructions
- 1
Carefully pit the Medjool dates by slicing them lengthwise, being careful not to cut all the way through, and removing the pit. Set aside.
~5 min - 2
In a small mixing bowl, combine the feta cheese, cream cheese, fresh thyme leaves, and black pepper. Mix until well combined and creamy.
~3 min - 3
Gently stuff each pitted date with the feta cheese mixture. Press lightly to secure the filling.
~4 min - 4
In a small saucepan, gently warm the honey over low heat. Add the pine nuts to the warm honey and stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
~2 min - 5
Arrange the stuffed dates on a serving plate. Drizzle the warm honey and pine nut mixture generously over the stuffed dates.
~1 min - 6
Serve immediately while the honey is warm.
Tips
- For an extra umami kick, add a tiny pinch of smoked paprika to the feta mixture.
- These are best served warm, but leftover stuffed dates can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and gently rewarmed before serving.
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