Creamy Mascarpone Stuffed Dates Recipe with Maple Drizzle
A quick and easy snack featuring soft Medjool dates stuffed with creamy mascarpone cheese and drizzled with pure maple syrup, perfect for an elegant appetizer or dessert bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer, Snack, Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large Medjool dates, pitted
- ½ cup (125g) mascarpone cheese, room temperature
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- A pinch of ground cinnamon (optional)
- A few flakes of flaky sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Carefully slice each Medjool date lengthwise on one side, creating a pocket without cutting all the way through. Remove the pit if not already pitted.
- In a small bowl, mix the mascarpone cheese with vanilla extract and a pinch of ground cinnamon until smooth and creamy.
- Using a spoon or piping bag, fill each date with about 1 teaspoon (5ml) of the mascarpone mixture.
- Arrange the stuffed dates on a serving plate and drizzle evenly with pure maple syrup (about 1 to 2 teaspoons per date). Sprinkle flaky sea salt if desired.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving to firm up the mascarpone slightly.
Notes
Use soft, plump Medjool dates for best results. Let mascarpone come to room temperature before mixing for easier spreading. Optional additions include a sprinkle of flaky sea salt or cinnamon for enhanced flavor. For a dairy-free version, substitute mascarpone with coconut cream and maple syrup with agave nectar. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and bring to room temperature before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed date
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 15
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 3.5
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 1.5
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