I came across fresh dates today at the market...
I have no idea how to use them, but I couldn't pass them up. What should I do with them?
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I have no idea how to use them, but I couldn't pass them up. What should I do with them?
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Here are some recipes I used as a guideline in the beginning before changing it up to suit my own tastes:
https://cakewhiz.com/chocolate-date-balls/
https://detoxinista.com/raw-brownie-bites-vegan-paleo/
The most recent variation of these that I'm hooked on is made with:
medjool dates
crushed roasted pistachios
crushed roasted almonds
unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
pinch of salt
ORANGE Zest
(tablespoon of water ONLY if needed!)
Blitz the ingredients in the food processor and until the mixture comes together (it should be wet but not too loose). Roll into balls or logs and then roll again in cocoa powder. Store in the freezer until ready to eat.
They are great throughout the day and provide an extra burst of energy and natural sweetness!
http://www.livestrong.com/article/527815-fresh-dates-vs-dried-dates/
Probably good also with some things that contrast with the sweetness...maybe olives, parmesan, blue cheese.
Serve with medium dry whites, like riesling or gewurtz.