Recipe Roundup

27 Date Recipes for Smoothies, Energy Bars, Cakes, Salads, and More

Because the dried fruit really is a kitchen powerhouse.

September 28, 2017

Photo by Christopher Testani
1/27
Double Ginger Sticky Toffee Pudding
Mashed dates are added to the batter of this gooey, addictive cake.
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Photo by Chelsea Kyle, Food Styling by Molly Baz
2/27
3-Ingredient Seared Dates with Vanilla Ice Cream and Mint
Pan-searing dates turns them into an irresistible, warm treat with a crisp, caramelized exterior and a soft, sweet interior. Paired with cold vanilla ice cream and topped with olive oil, mint, and flaky sea salt, the fruit becomes a sophisticated dessert with a fun mix of sweet and savory.
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Photo by Alice Gao, Prop Styling by Alex Brannian, Food Styling by Diana Yen
3/27
Parsnip-Wrapped Devils on Horseback
This vegetarian version of the classic appetizer uses soy sauce, smoked paprika, and smoked almonds to pack so much savory flavor that no one will miss the traditional bacon. Use Gorgonzola dolce if you prefer a more mild blue cheese flavor.
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Photo by Alex Lau
4/27
Celery Slaw with Seeds and Dates
Even the most skeptical celery eaters will be surprised by the cool, sweet, crunchy, and savory flavors that are packed into this side dish recipe.
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Photo by Alex Lau
5/27
Cocoa-Nut Energy Bites
Choose dates that are soft and pliable—even if that means pitting them yourself.
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Photo by Chris Court and William Meppem
6/27
Almond and Jam Tart
Homemade strawberry-vanilla jam and toasty almonds top off this easy gluten-free tart sweetened with dates.
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Photo by Eva Kolenko
7/27
Almond, Kale, and Banana Smoothie
The sweetness of the bananas and dates in this filling smoothie balances out a big handful of virtuous kale.
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Photo by Chelsea Kyle, Food Styling by Jennifer Ophir
8/27
3-Ingredient Sweet and Smoky Brussels Sprouts
Bacon lends a smoky depth while dates become a naturally sweet glaze for this simple, crowd-pleasing side.
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Peden & Munk
9/27
Chocolate Coconut Date Bars
These bars, which don't even need to be baked, are the perfect on-the-go snack.
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Photo by Sara Remington
10/27
Majoon (Date Shake With Toasted Nuts)
This refreshing Persian drink is made with yogurt and lightly spiced with cinnamon.
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Peden & Munk
11/27
Cinnamon-Date Buns
Replacing the brown sugar with pureed dates is the secret to these lightened-up breakfast buns.
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Photo by Gentl & Hyers, Food Styling by Rebecca Jurkevich, Prop Styling by Kalen Kaminski
12/27
Coconut-Date Power Breakfast Bars
The whole family will love these nutrient-packed bars as a grab-and-go breakfast or afternoon snack.
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Sara Remington
13/27
Purple Rice Pudding with Rose Water Dates
The rose water date topping is also wonderful over oatmeal or Greek yogurt.
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Photo by Myles New
14/27
Mixed Berry Crumble With Oats and Almonds
This wheat- and refined sugar-free crumble is a healthier way to bake with the season’s ripe berries.
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