Description
Indulge in delicious Easy Mascarpone Stuffed Dates with Pecans. Discover a simple and tasty recipe for a sweet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 Medjool dates
- 4 oz (115g) mascarpone cheese, softened at room temperature
- 2 tbsp (30ml) honey, plus extra for drizzling
- ½ tsp pure vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
- Pinch of sea salt
- 16 pecan halves
- 1 tbsp (15ml) orange zest (optional)
- Extra sea salt flakes for sprinkling (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the dates Start by giving your dates a quick inspection, removing any stems that remain attached. Using a small sharp knife, make a lengthwise slit along one side of each date, being careful not to cut all the way through. Gently open each date and remove the pit, creating a perfect pocket for your mascarpone filling. Arrange the pitted dates on a serving platter or working surface, keeping them open but intact.
- Step 2: Make the mascarpone fillingIn a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened mascarpone cheese, honey, vanilla extract, and cinnamon (if using). Add a small pinch of sea salt to enhance all the flavors. Using a rubber spatula, gently fold the ingredients together until smooth and well incorporated, being careful not to overmix. The filling should be creamy and light, with a consistency that’s firm enough to pipe but soft enough to melt in your mouth.
- Step 3: Fill the datesTransfer the mascarpone mixture to a piping bag fitted with a star tip for an elegant presentation, or simply use a small spoon if you prefer. Pipe or spoon approximately 1-2 teaspoons of the mascarpone filling into the cavity of each prepared date, creating a small mound that rises slightly above the opening. Don’t worry about being too precise – the rustic look adds to their homemade charm.
- Step 4: Add the finishing touchesPress a pecan half gently into the mascarpone filling of each date, positioning it so it stands upright. If desired, drizzle a small amount of additional honey over the stuffed dates and sprinkle with orange zest for a bright, citrusy note. For a sophisticated sweet-salty contrast, add a tiny sprinkle of sea salt flakes on top of each date. The **Easy Mascarpone Stuffed Dates with Pecans** are now ready to serve, or can be refrigerated until needed.
Notes
Fresh ingredients will always yield the best flavor results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg