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Cranberry Pecan Cream Cheese Stuffed Dates

Cranberry Pecan Cream Cheese Stuffed Dates for Festive Joy

These Cranberry Pecan Cream Cheese Stuffed Dates are sweet and savory bites perfect for festive joy.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 1 minute
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 12 dates
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dates
  • 12 pieces Medjool Dates Choose plump, fresh dates for best results.
For the Cream Cheese Mixture
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Use room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries For a tart kick.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans Can substitute with walnuts or almonds.

Equipment

  • oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Slice the Medjool dates lengthwise and remove the pits.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, cranberries, and pecans until blended.
  4. Stuff the cream cheese filling into each date.
  5. Place stuffed dates on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes.
  6. Remove from the oven and let cool for a minute before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1dateCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These stuffed dates can be made ahead of time and are best served warm. Watch them carefully while baking to prevent overcooking.

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