BHA & BHT Free Carob & Coconut Stuffed Dates
These little stuffed dates are the kind of treat that looks impressive on a platter but comes together with almost no effort. Plump Medjool dates are filled with a creamy carob-coconut mixture that's warmly spiced with Ceylon cinnamon and ginger, delivering a rich, chocolatey-adjacent flavor without a single synthetic additive in sight. That matters more than it might seem — many conventional snack foods and packaged sweets rely on BHA and BHT as preservatives, so having a genuinely clean, whole-ingredient option for something this indulgent feels like a win. Carob is the real star here, bringing a naturally sweet, earthy depth that pairs beautifully with coconut butter and a touch of honey. A quick chill in the fridge sets the filling just enough so each bite holds together with a satisfying, fudgy texture. Finished with toasted shredded coconut and a light honey drizzle, they're elegant enough for a dinner party spread but easy enough to make on a weeknight whim.
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4 servings
- 12 medjool dates
For the filling
- 3 tbsp coconut butter, softened
- 1 tbsp carob powder
- 1 tbsp honey
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ⅛ tsp ground ginger
- 1 pinch fine sea salt
For serving
- 2 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut, toasted (optional)
- 1 tsp honey, for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- 1
If the coconut butter is firm, set the jar in a bowl of warm water for 5 minutes, stirring once, until it is soft and spreadable.
- 2
In a small bowl, stir together the softened coconut butter, carob powder, honey, Ceylon cinnamon, ginger, and sea salt until smooth and uniform.
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