DATES WRAPPED IN CHEESE PASTRY
This little recipe is a hit for holiday parties and festivities. A nice addition to any snack table with a very elegant flair. You may also store these snacks in an airtight container for a snack any time of day.
Provided by Aric Ross
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 40m
Yield 15 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Let the cheese and margarine stand in a bowl at room temperature until softened.
- Cut in the flour and pepper as for pie dough.
- Slit the dates; stuff with the pecan halves.
- Flatten a small amount of dough in the palm of the hand.
- Wrap a date in the dough, sealing completely.
- Repeat with the remaining dough and dates.
- Place on a baking sheet and bake at 400 degrees for 15 minutes or until light brown.
- Store between sheets of waxed paper in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.3, Fat 12.2, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 15.9, Sodium 165.2, Carbohydrate 14.7, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 5.4, Protein 5.2
DATES STUFFED WITH CREAM CHEESE AND PECANS
This is a recipe that my mother makes as a quick appetizer for special occasions. It may seem like an odd combination of flavors at first, but trust me, these can be addictive!
Provided by Nicole Isabella
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 3m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- "Butterfly"the dates, making sure that they are still attached along one side Spread the dates open and fill with a generous amount of cream cheese.
- Place a pecan over the filling.
- Close the date, shaping it back into its original shape.
- Eat and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts :
FESTIVE STUFFED DATES
Four ingredients are all you need for these delightful change-of-pace treats sent by Cincinnati, Ohio's Diana Debruyn. Just 1/2 cup dates contains more potassium than a medium banana.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 15m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, confectioners' sugar and orange zest until blended. , Carefully make a slit in the center of each date; fill with cream cheese mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 102 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 37mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
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