Description
Mascarpone Stuffed Dates with Maple Drizzle are a quick and elegant appetizer or snack featuring sweet Medjool dates filled with creamy mascarpone cheese, topped with crunchy pecans, and finished with a luscious dark amber maple syrup drizzle. Broiled to perfection for a lightly golden finish, these bite-sized treats offer a delightful contrast of textures and flavors.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 24 Medjool dates (pitted)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped pecans
- 6 oz mascarpone cheese
- 2 tbsp Grade A Dark Amber maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to broil and position the rack in the top slot to ensure the dates will broil evenly and quickly.
- Prepare the dates: Carefully slice each Medjool date lengthwise to remove the pits, creating a pocket for the filling while keeping the dates largely intact.
- Stuff the dates: Spoon mascarpone cheese into each pitted date and then sprinkle the finely chopped pecans generously on top for added texture and flavor.
- Broil: Place the stuffed dates on a baking sheet and drizzle each with the dark amber maple syrup. Broil them for approximately 3 minutes until they turn lightly golden. Monitor closely to avoid burning.
- Cool and serve: Allow the dates to cool for a few minutes so the flavors meld and the cheese sets slightly. Serve them warm or at room temperature as a delicious appetizer or sweet snack.
Notes
- Keep a close watch during broiling; the mascarpone can brown quickly.
- If you prefer a nuttier flavor, consider toasting the pecans lightly before chopping.
- Substitute mascarpone with cream cheese for a tangier taste.
- This recipe can be prepared ahead and refrigerated; broil just before serving.
- Use Medjool dates for their soft texture and natural sweetness.
