Stuffed Dates With Cream Cheese
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This instant appetizer comes together so easy and is super unique! You’ll love the flavor of these yummy Stuffed Dates With Cream Cheese.
Best Stuffed Dates Recipe
It’s so easy to make this tasty appetizer. The subtle salty flavor of the cream cheese and the natural sweetness of the dates are a delicious pairing. And you can prep this appetizer in just minutes. Perfect for last minute guests or a delicious snack in the afternoon.
This appetizer is ideal for summer months or busy holidays as it is a no cook recipe. Even the kids can help stuff the dates. Just remove the pits and add a dollop of smooth cream cheese for a unique appetizer that couldn’t be easier to prep!
Love easy appetizers? Check out these no-cook recipes: Prosciutto Wrapped Cantaloupe Skewers Appetizer
How To Make Stuffed Dates With Cream Cheese
This recipe is just 2 ingredients!
First you need to carefully slice the dates in half and remove the pits. Next use a spoon to stuffed each date half with about 1/2 Tablespoon of cream cheese. Just eyeball it– the measurements don’t need to be exact.
Once all the dates are stuffed, you can lay them out on a serving plate and enjoy!
Cooking Tips
- This recipe works best with fresh, juicy dates
- Use this method to make as many stuffed dates as you would like
- You can add a twist to the final dish and sprinkle the with sea salt, cinnamon, or even cocoa powder
What Kind Of Cheese Goes With Dates?
Traditionally, dates are stuffed with cream cheese. But you can also use goat cheese, blue cheese, or ricotta cheese for equally delicious results. The combination of salty cheese and naturally sweet dates is always a winner.
What Can You Put In Dates?
Dates are delicious will all kinds of fresh ingredients. Try different types of cheeses, nuts, sun dried tomatoes, or fresh herbs. Such an easy and healthy snack or appetizer!
Variations On Stuffed Dates With Cream Cheese
- wrap stuffed dates in bacon strips and bake or air fry for a few minutes until bacon is cooked
- add honey or brown sugar to cream cheese before stuffing in dates
- sprinkle nuts on cream cheese (pistachios, walnuts, pecans, etc)
What To Serve With Stuffed Dates With Cream Cheese
Other easy appetizers that would go deliciously with this dish: Air Fryer Frozen Crab Rangoon, Artichokes In The Air Fryer, and Air Fryer Frozen Mini Wontons. The air fryer is your best friend when it comes to quick and easy appetizers!
These dates would also be a perfectly healthy and filling snack. Try pairing them with a coffee drink for an afternoon pick-me-up! A few to try: Keto Pumpkin Spice Latte (Starbucks Copycat Recipe), Homemade Iced Coffee Latte Recipe, and Easy Turkish Coffee Recipe.
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Stuffed Dates With Cream Cheese
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Ingredients
- 4 dates
- 4 tbsp cream cheese
Instructions
- First you need to carefully slice the dates in half and remove the pits.
- Next use a spoon to stuffed each date half with about 1/2 Tablespoon of cream cheese.
- Once all the dates are stuffed, you can lay them out on a serving plate and enjoy!
Notes
- This recipe works best with fresh, juicy dates
- Use this method to make as many stuffed dates as you would like
- You can add a twist to the final dish and sprinkle the with sea salt, cinnamon, or even cocoa powder
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- Fish In Foil Packets Recipe With Lemon Butter – Grilled or Baked!
- Air Fryer Scallops
