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A decorative plate of stuffed dates, topped with herbs and cheese, rests on a white cloth beside a glass of white wine, a wine bottle, forks, and an open book. Crushed nuts are sprinkled around the stuffed dates for added texture.

Mascarpone Stuffed Dates

Little Figgy Food
An easy to make appetizer that is perfect paired with red or white wines, Mascarpone Stuffed Dates!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 8 minutes
Servings 15 - 18 dates

Ingredients
  

  • 15 - 18 Pitted Medjool Dates
  • 4 oz Mascarpone Cheese
  • 1 tsp Honey
  • 2 Tbsp toasted Pistachios roughly chopped
  • 1 slice Prosciutto finely diced
  • 1 tsp fresh Thyme leaves
  • Zest of 1/2 Orange

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Slice each pitted Date lengthwise without cutting all the way through, making a pocket.
  • In a bowl, mix together the rest of the ingredients until well combined.
  • Stuff each Date with about 1/2 tsp of the filling.
  • Place the stuffed Dates on a parchment lined baking sheet, and bake in a preheated 350°F oven for about 2 - 3 minutes. Serve immediately.

Notes

You can skip the baking and enjoy them right after stuffing them. Keeping refrigerated until ready to serve. 
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