Save to Pinterest A stunning and festive platter featuring dates shaped into moons and stars, filled with nuts and citrus, and elegantly garnished for special occasions.
This recipe has become my favorite for holiday gatherings because it's both beautiful and easy to make.
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Ingredients
- Dates & Fillings: 20 large Medjool dates pitted, 50 g blanched almonds, 50 g pistachios shelled and unsalted, 40 g unsweetened shredded coconut, 1 orange zest only, 2 tbsp orange blossom water
- Decoration: Edible gold leaf optional, 1 tbsp sesame seeds, 2 tbsp honey for brushing
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Instructions
- Slice dates:
- Slice each date lengthwise on one side and remove the pit keeping the date as whole as possible.
- Shape dates:
- Using small cookie cutters shape half the dates into crescents moons and the other half into stars by gently pressing and trimming the fruit.
- Prepare filling:
- Lightly crush almonds and pistachios then mix with orange zest coconut and orange blossom water until combined.
- Fill dates:
- Carefully spoon or press the nut filling into each date shaping it to follow the contours of the moon and star shapes.
- Arrange dates:
- Arrange the filled dates onto a serving platter in a decorative pattern.
- Finish decoration:
- Warm the honey slightly and brush over the dates for shine Sprinkle with sesame seeds and apply edible gold leaf pieces for a luxurious finish if desired.
Save to Pinterest My family always remarks on how this platter adds a special touch to our celebrations making it a treasured tradition.
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Required Tools
Small star and crescent moon cookie cutters small mixing bowl sharp paring knife pastry brush
Allergen Information
Contains tree nuts almonds pistachios May contain traces of sesame Ensure dates and other ingredients are processed in allergen-safe facilities if required
Nutritional Information
Calories 100 Total Fat 3 g Carbohydrates 18 g Protein 2 g per serving
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This platter is sure to impress your guests and bring a festive flair to your table.
