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Banana Date Dessert Recipe

Indulge in this incredibly easy and delicious Middle Eastern banana date dessert! Sweet, creamy, and subtly spiced, it's the perfect ending to any meal. This recipe combines the natural sweetness of dates and bananas with whipped cream for a light yet satisfying treat. Prepare to impress your guests with this simple yet elegant dessert.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 441.3 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 4.8 (4 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Banana Date Dessert

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How to Make Banana Date Dessert

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Halve and pit 1 cup of Medjool dates. Chop the dates into large pieces.
  3. Slice 2 ripe bananas into 1/2-inch thick rounds, then halve each round.
  4. In a chilled bowl, beat 1 cup of heavy cream with 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar using an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
  5. Gently fold in the chopped dates and banana slices into the whipped cream.
  6. Divide the mixture into individual serving dishes (ramekins or small bowls work well).
  7. Sprinkle generously with 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
  8. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra cinnamon or a sprinkle of chopped nuts (optional) before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

181g

Fat

69g

Carbs

21g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion Low Protein Desserts Fruit African Easy Dietary Low Sodium Low In Something Tropical Fruit Bananas Taste Mood Sweet 3 Steps Or Less