Look for plump, glossy dates with smooth skin. They should feel soft but not mushy. Avoid dates with crystallized sugar on the surface (though this doesn’t affect safety).
Storage:
Room temperature: In airtight container for up to 1 month
Refrigerator: Up to 6 months
Freezer: Up to 1 year
Delicious Ways to Enjoy Dates
1. Stuffed Dates (The Easiest Snack)
Remove pit
Stuff with:
Almond or peanut butter
Cream cheese or goat cheese
A single almond or walnut
Chocolate chips
Sprinkle with sea salt or cinnamon
2. Date and Nut Energy Balls
1 cup dates, pitted
1 cup nuts (almonds, walnuts, cashews)
2 tablespoons cocoa powder (optional)
Pinch of salt
Blend in food processor, roll into balls
3. Date Smoothie
2-3 dates, pitted
1 banana
1 cup almond milk
