Best 8 Date Spread Recipes
Date spread, also known as date paste, is a versatile ingredient made from blended or finely chopped dates. It offers a naturally sweet and sticky texture, with a rich caramel-like flavor. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, discovering the best recipe for date spread can unlock a world of culinary delights. From creating irresistible pastries and cookies to adding a touch of sweetness to savory dishes, date spread has become a popular choice for those looking for healthier alternatives to refined sugar. Join us as we take a journey through the world of date spread recipes, exploring the unique flavors and textures that await.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
WALNUT DATE SPREAD
"Wanting to bring a different kind of sandwich to a meeting, I experimented with various spreads. This fruit and nut combination was a winner," say Leora Muellerleile of Turtle Lake, Wisconsin. "A nice substitute for butter, it's wonderful on raisin toast. For fun, try adding cinnamon, ginger or nutmeg."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 5m
Yield 7 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- In a food processor, combine dates and nuts; cover and process until finely chopped. While processor is running, add orange juice until blended.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 86 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
BLUE CHEESE WITH DATE SPREAD
Steps:
- In a food processor fitted with a metal blade, combine blue cheese and cream cheese. Process until smooth and blended. Transfer to air-tight container and chill in refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
- Once chilled, form cheese into 6 even sized balls and roll each blue cheese ball in chopped dates. Serve cheese set on clean basil leaves. Arrange on a platter or cheese board with assorted crackers.
DATE AND WALNUT SPREAD
The holiday season is upon us. Time to make those homemade gifts of quick breads, muffins and bagels. What better than to include a container of your specially made spread to a bread basket. This is super quick and can be ready in 5 minutes.
Provided by PaulaG
Categories Spreads
Time 10m
Yield 3/4 cup
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small bowl beat together the neufchatel cheese, powdered sugar and spices.
- In a food processor finely chop the walnuts. Add chopped nuts to cream cheese mixture then finely chop the dates. Add in dates and stir with a rubber spatula until blended.
- Place mixture into a custard cup, cover and refrigerator until chilled. Serve with bagels and quick breads for a delicious treat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 954.2, Fat 60.4, SaturatedFat 21.9, Cholesterol 112.1, Sodium 508.9, Carbohydrate 93.5, Fiber 8.9, Sugar 78.7, Protein 21.5
DATE & NUT DIP OR SPREAD
This recipe is from Kraft, a great dip for fruit or spread on toast or bagels. I'm not keen on almond essence so used coconut when I made this, I served it on bagels for brekky, yummo!
Provided by Mandy
Categories Fruit
Time 3m
Yield 1 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth, blend in milk.
- Add dates, almonds, cinnamon and almond essence, mix well & chill.
- Serve with cracker biscuits or fresh fruit as a dip or use as a spread on bagels, mmm yum!
ZESTY/PEPPERY/SWEET-BLUE CHEESE AND DATE SPREAD -- OR BALLS!
Modified from an Atlanta Journal-Constitution (AJC.com) online What's For Dinner recipe, made famous by Ann Sprague of Smyrna, who got the recipe from neighbor Velinda Warda. ---- NOTE: Serve this zesty spread chilled or at room temperature, or make into balls. Great with apple slices, celery sticks, tortilla chips, and/or crackers. I really like this spread with tortilla chips -- you get zesty, peppery-sweet, and salty!
Provided by KerfuffleUponWincle
Categories Spreads
Time 2h5m
Yield 4 1/4 cups, 60 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Measure 1 1/2 cups pecans (or double that amount if making cheese balls) into an large iron skillet, toasting over medium heat, stirring constantly ~ remove from heat and finely chop! (Or, preheat oven to 350 degrees ~ Spread pecans on a baking sheet and toast 5 minutes.).
- Set nuts aside; they will be added last!
- In a mixing bowl, combine (by hand or using an electric mixer), cream cheese, blue cheese cheddar cheese, salt, lemon zest, and freshly grated black pepper until fluffy!
- Stir in dates and 1 1/2 cups toasted pecans.
- For easier handling, chill for an hour to firm up, if making into cheese balls. Coat with additional toasted, chopped pecans.
- Serve this zesty spread (or balls) chilled, or at room temperature, with apple slices, celery sticks. tortilla chips, and/or crackers.
- NOTE: Cooking time is the chill time, although I thought the flavor greatly improved after chilling overnight! The recipe can easily be doubled to serve a larger number of people!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 63, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 9, Sodium 73.2, Carbohydrate 3.6, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 2.8, Protein 1.9
DATE SPREAD
Make and share this Date Spread recipe from Food.com.
Provided by UmmBinat
Categories Breakfast
Time 6m
Yield 1 spread, 1-2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Melt some butter in a pot add a small bunch of soft dates and stir until they are warmed, mushing them with a spoon then add the freshly ground cardamom and stir until desired texture. (I like them a slight bit cooked).
- Spread over your favourite breakfast bread/toast.
- Enjoy!
DATE-NUT SANDWICH SPREAD
Here's another winner from my copy of 1,000 Vegetarian Recipes by Carol Gelles. I contributed a pinch of spice to the recipe but it is optional.
Provided by C G
Categories Spreads
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. Finely chop the dates either by hand. (use a wet knife-it makes slicing easier!) Or, place coarsely chopped dates in a food processor fitted with a steel blade.
- 2. Stir together the softened cream cheese and nuts by hand or add it to the food processor (along with the spice, if using. If using a food processor, process with the PULSE on/off function. Process the mixture until everything is combined and the dates are as finely chopped as possible.
- 3. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
ORANGE DATE SPREAD
If you're too busy for a sit-down breakfast on a hectic morning, grab a bagel with this delightful citrus spread on top. It's scrumptious and satisfying when you're on the go.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 10m
Yield 3/4 cup.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredient. Serve with bread slices.
Nutrition Facts :
Tips:
- Choose the right dates: Use soft, pliable dates for a smooth and creamy spread. Deglet Noor and Medjool dates are popular choices.
- Soak the dates: Soaking the dates in hot water for 10-15 minutes softens them and makes them easier to blend.
- Use a food processor or high-powered blender: This will ensure a smooth and creamy texture.
- Add flavorings: Experiment with different flavors to create unique date spreads. Vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cardamom are all popular choices.
- Sweeten to taste: If desired, add a little honey or maple syrup to taste.
- Store properly: Date spread can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
Date spread is a versatile and delicious spread that can be used in a variety of ways. It's a great addition to toast, crackers, sandwiches, and wraps. It can also be used as a dip for fruit, yogurt, or granola. With its natural sweetness and creamy texture, date spread is a healthy and satisfying snack or meal addition. Experiment with different flavors and ingredients to create a date spread that you love.
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