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Dubai Stuffed Dates with Pistachio and Chocolate Recipe

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These Dubai Stuffed Dates are a delightful treat combining chewy dates filled with a creamy pistachio and crispy toasted kataifi mixture, all enrobed in rich bittersweet or milk chocolate. Perfect as a sweet snack or dessert, they bring together luxurious textures and flavors inspired by Middle Eastern indulgence.

  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Yield: 15 to 18 stuffed dates

Ingredients

Dates

  • 15 to 18 dates, pitted or unpitted

Filling

  • 1/3 cup pistachio cream or pistachio butter (more if thick)
  • 1/3 cup toasted kataifi, plus extra for sprinkling

Chocolate Coating

  • 1 cup bittersweet or milk chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon coconut oil

Garnish

  • 2 tablespoons lightly salted pistachios, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare Dates: Slice each date along one side carefully and remove the pit if present, creating a cavity for the filling.
  2. Make Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the pistachio cream (or butter) with the toasted kataifi. Gently stir together with a spatula until evenly mixed.
  3. Stuff Dates: Using an offset spatula, fill each prepared date with the pistachio and kataifi mixture. Note that filling amount and number of dates will depend on date size—larger dates require more filling, smaller dates may require more quantity.
  4. Chill Filled Dates: Place the stuffed dates on a small lined baking sheet as you fill them, then refrigerate for about 10 minutes to help the filling set.
  5. Melt Chocolate: In a separate medium bowl, combine the chocolate chips with coconut oil. Place this bowl over a pan of shallow simmering water (double boiler method). Stir until the chocolate is mostly melted, then remove from heat and continue stirring until smooth and fully melted.
  6. Coat Dates in Chocolate: Using a fork, dip the underside of each filled date into the melted chocolate. Drizzle melted chocolate over the top with a spoon or spatula. Tap the fork gently to let any excess chocolate drip off, then transfer the coated date back onto the lined pan.
  7. Garnish: Sprinkle each chocolate-coated date with chopped pistachios and crushed toasted kataifi for a crunchy, flavorful finish.
  8. Set Chocolate: Return the pan to the refrigerator to allow the chocolate coating to harden before serving.

Notes

  • The number of dates required depends on their size; adjust accordingly.
  • Use high-quality pistachio cream or butter for the best flavor.
  • Ensure gentle heating of chocolate to prevent burning.
  • Store prepared stuffed dates in the refrigerator to maintain freshness and chocolate texture.
  • Nutrition info is an estimate and should be used as a general guideline.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Find it online: https://cozykitchenbymaya.com/dubai-stuffed-dates-with-pistachio-and-chocolate-recipe/