Pitted Dates

Sticky Toffee Pudding Ultimate

Stone and chop the dates quite small, put them in a bowl, then pour the boiling water over. Leave for about 30 mins until cool and well-soaked, then mash a bit with a fork. Stir in the vanilla extract...

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Peanut Butter, Banana and Date Sandwiches

A delightful combination of creamy peanut butter, sweet bananas, and chewy dates, all sandwiched between wholesome whole wheat pita bread.

Warm Sweet-Potato Pudding with Apples and Chestnuts

Think of the best sweet-potato pie you've ever eaten and then take away the crust so you can revel solely in its silky goodness. A bite of this pudding is full and round, with hits of chestnut and dried fruit.

Dried-Fruit Strudel with Apricot Preserves

Diane Ives of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, writes: "As an epidemiologist who works with older people, I make diet and exercise an important part of my life. I try to eat as healthfully as I can during the workweek, and I stay away from processed foods — I'd rather have something simple and fresh anyway. But on the weekends, when my husband and I entertain, I love to splurge and make desserts. Since they are the first thing people remember about a great dinner, they are definitely worth the effort. The dried-fruit strudel here is a family recipe I learned from my grandfather, but I've simplified it so it can be made quickly with purchased pie crust."

Date Paste

Date Paste

Palm Springs Date Shake

This creamy date shake is a decadent treat that can be enjoyed any time of day.