Arabian Delight Recipe

Indulge in Arabian Delight, a breathtakingly simple dessert that's perfect for ending any family dinner! This easy-to-make treat requires minimal ingredients and delivers maximum flavor, guaranteed to impress your guests. Made with creamy layers of bananas and dates (fresh or dried!), it's a taste of the Middle East you can enjoy in minutes. Get ready for wows!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 707.5 kcal
Protein 15g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Arabian Delight

  • 1 cup Medjool dates, pitted
  • 2 ripe bananas
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon rosewater
  • Generous grating of fresh nutmeg

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How to Make Arabian Delight

  1. Slice 2 ripe bananas into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
  2. Halve 1 cup of Medjool dates (pitted). If using dried dates, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes before halving.
  3. In 4 individual dessert glasses or one large glass dish, create layers: start with a layer of bananas, then a layer of dates.
  4. Gently drizzle 1 tablespoon of rosewater evenly over the layers.
  5. Pour 1 cup of heavy cream over the rosewater and dates.
  6. Finish with a generous grating of fresh nutmeg.
  7. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
  8. Serve chilled and enjoy your Arabian Delight!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

383g

Fat

73g

Carbs

43g