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Date Nut Spread Recipe

Impress your guests with this easy-to-make Date Nut Spread! This naturally sweet and delicious spread is perfect for crackers, toast, or even as a healthy dessert topping. Best of all, it's incredibly simple to whip up and travels well after chilling – ideal for potlucks and parties.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 816.5 kcal
Protein 30g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Date Nut Spread

  • 1/2 cup pineapple juice
  • 1/2 medium orange, peeled and sectioned
  • 1 cup walnuts (or pecans or almonds)
  • 1 cup pitted dates

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How to Make Date Nut Spread

  1. Juice 1/2 orange and add both the juice and pulp to a blender or food processor.
  2. Add 1/2 cup of pineapple juice to the blender.
  3. Cover and blend on high speed for 5-10 seconds until combined.
  4. Add 1 cup pitted dates and 1 cup of your favorite nuts (such as walnuts, pecans, or almonds) to the blender.
  5. Blend on high speed for 30 seconds, scraping down the sides as needed, until a smooth spread forms.
  6. Transfer the Date Nut Spread to a serving dish or airtight container.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the spread to thicken before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

375g

Fat

23g

Carbs

41g

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