Delicious Cranberry Pecan Cream Cheese Stuffed Dates Bliss

Discover a delightful snack with Cranberry Pecan Cream Cheese Stuffed Dates, a sweet and savory appetizer that impresses guests and satisfies cravings.

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Course: Snacks

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Appetizer, Cranberry Pecan Cream Cheese Stuffed Dates, easy recipe, gourmet, Party Food, snack

Prep Time: 20

Cook Time: 15

Cooling Time: 5

Total Time: 40

Servings: dates

Calories: 100kcal

Equipment

Mixing bowl
Baking Sheet
Parchment Paper
spatula
Piping bag

Ingredients

For the Stuffing

8 oz cream cheese softened
½ cup pecans finely chopped
½ cup dried cranberries chopped
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch cinnamon optional

For the Dates

20 Medjool dates pitted
1 pinch sea salt

For Garnish

1 tablespoon fresh parsley optional

Instructions

Directions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, pecans, cranberries, honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of cinnamon. Mix until well blended.
Make a slit along one side of each Medjool date to create a pocket.
Stuff each slit date with the creamy filling.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the stuffed dates on top. Sprinkle lightly with sea salt.
Bake the stuffed dates for about 10-15 minutes.
Allow the stuffed dates to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes.
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Avoid overstuffing the dates to prevent bursting during baking. Serve warm or at room temperature, and store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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