Mascarpone Stuffed Dates: Indulgent Treat with Maple Drizzle
Indulge in the rich flavors of mascarpone stuffed dates drizzled with a decadent maple syrup. Perfect for a sweet treat or a unique appetizer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 Medjool dates
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Slice each date lengthwise to create an opening and remove the pit.
- In a bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Fill each date with the mascarpone mixture.
- Place the stuffed dates on a baking sheet and bake for about 10 minutes until warm.
- Drizzle with additional maple syrup before serving.
Notes
- For an extra crunch, consider topping with chopped nuts.
- These can be served warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 date
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg