Ingredients
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1 cup American Pecans(dry roasted and coarsely chopped) + extra for coating
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2 tsp Butter
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1 tsp Chilli Flakes
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12-15 pieces Dates(de-seeded)
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200 gm Cream Cheese(room temperature)
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2 tsp Fresh Dill(finely chopped) + extra for garnish
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1 lemon Lemon Zest
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some Orange ZestFor final coating/garnish
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A pinch Salt
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some CrackerFor serving
About
Sweet, spicy, and irresistibly creamy — these spicy stuffed dates with pecan cheese are the perfect bite-sized delight. The natural sweetness of dates pairs beautifully with rich, nutty pecan cheese and a bold hint of spice, creating a quick appetizer that feels elegant yet effortless. Perfect for parties, festive platters, or when you’re craving something different and delicious.
Steps
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Dry roast 1 cup Pecan, once it cools down, chop them coarsely. |
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Now in a pan, take 2 tsp butter. |
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Into that add 1 tsp chilli flakes and add de-seeded 12-15 dates. |
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Sprinkle some salt and toss the dates in butter on low to medium flame for 5-7 minutes, mash it with spoon- take it out in a bowl and let it cool down. |
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Now in a mixing bowl, take 200 gm room temperature cream cheese, soften it with spoon. |
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Into that add chopped toasted pecans, cooked dates, finely chopped 2 tbs fresh Dill, 1 lemon zest. |
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Mix it well and give it a cylinder shape with help cling wrap. |
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Keep it in fridge for 2-3 hours. |
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Take it out and roll the cheese in to some more chopped Pecans,, Orange zest and Dill leaves. |
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Serve with your choice of crackers. |
