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Chocolate-Covered Dates with Middle Eastern Flavors

Chocolate-Covered Dates with Middle Eastern Flavors

Author Rachel
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chil/Set Time 1 hour
Yield 12 units
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Description

A perfect little treat that is very easy to make and will satisfy all your sweet cravings.
Kosher, Pareve or Dairy

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 12 Medjool dates
  • 3 tablespoons tahini
  • 3 tablespoons honey/ date syrup/real maple syrup
  • 3 tablespoons shredded unsweetened coconut  plus a little more for garnish
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped pistachios and walnuts plus a little more for garnish
  • 1 drop rose water optional
  • 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips or chocolate pieces
  • 1 teaspoon coconut or vegetable oil

For garnish:

  • a handful of mixed chopped pistachios, walnuts, and shredded coconut

Instructions

  • Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a slit into each date and remove each pit.
  • Mix tahini, maple syrup/honey, coconut, chopped pistachios, and walnuts in a small bowl. Add a drop of rose water (optional).
  • Fill each date with a spoonful of the mixture.
  • In a microwave-safe bowl or double broiler method, melt your chocolate chips with the oil until the mixture is melted and stir to combine.
  • Coat the dates with melted chocolate and sprinkle with chopped pistachios, walnuts, and shredded coconut. 
  • Pop the covered dates on parchment and place them in the fridge for 30 minutes to set and enjoy. 
  • Leftovers should last up to one week… but I bet they’ll be gone before then! You can also store these treats in the freezer for 1-2 months.
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