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A large date sliced down the middle with cream cheese and rolled in sugar. This image shows me rolling the date in a dish of sugar.

Cream Cheese Stuffed Dates Recipe

These cream cheese stuffed Medjool dates are a nostalgic holiday favorite made with just three ingredients. Soft, chewy dates are filled with rich cream cheese and rolled in sugar for the perfect sweet-and-creamy bite. Ideal for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or your next charcuterie board.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 11 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 20 dates
Calories 99 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 20 dates Medjool dates (fresh and plump, pitted)20
  • 4 oz full-fat cream cheese (softened)
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar (for rolling)

Instructions
 

  • Slice open the dates - Use a paring knife to gently slice each date lengthwise. Do not cut all the way through.
  • Remove pit and stem - Discard the pit and any hard stem at the top.
  • Fill with cream cheese - Spoon or pipe softened cream cheese into each date.
  • Roll in sugar - Gently roll stuffed dates in granulated sugar for sparkle and crunch.
  • To Serve - Refrigerate until 20–30 minutes before serving, then bring to room temperature for the best texture.

Notes

Notes

  • These can be made up to 2 days ahead and stored in an airtight container in the fridge.
  • Don’t freeze - they lose texture when thawed.
  • Use mini paper cups or parchment paper to prevent sticking if serving on a platter.
  • Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Valentine’s Day, or any holiday charcuterie board.
Optional Twists
  • A pinch of cinnamon or drop of vanilla in the cream cheese
  • Crushed pecans, pistachios, or walnuts
  • Swap in mascarpone or goat cheese
  • Roll in coconut or dip tips in melted chocolate

Nutrition

Calories: 99kcal
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