Mascarpone Stuffed Dates with Maple Drizzle Recipe
Delightful and easy-to-make Mascarpone Stuffed Dates with a rich maple drizzle, toasted pecans, and a lightly broiled finish. This sweet and creamy appetizer combines the natural sweetness of Medjool dates with the smoothness of mascarpone cheese, enhanced by the nutty crunch of pecans and the warm richness of maple syrup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: 24 stuffed dates (serves 8 as appetizer) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Filling and Topping
- 1/4 cup finely chopped pecans
- 6 oz mascarpone cheese
Main Ingredient
- 24 Medjool dates, pitted
Drizzle
- 2 tbsp Grade A Dark Amber maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat Broiler: Turn on the oven broiler and move the oven rack to the top position to prepare for broiling the stuffed dates.
- Prepare Dates: Slice each Medjool date lengthwise to remove the pit and create an opening for the filling.
- Stuff Dates: Fill each date generously with mascarpone cheese, then sprinkle the finely chopped pecans over the cheese.
- Arrange and Drizzle: Place the stuffed dates on a lined baking sheet and drizzle evenly with Grade A Dark Amber maple syrup.
- Broil: Broil the dates for 3 minutes or until they are lightly golden. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
- Cool and Serve: Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy the stuffed dates warm or at room temperature.
- Storage: Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Notes
- This recipe is adapted from Dates Stuffed with Goat Cheese from The Food Lover’s Kitchen.
- Watch the broiler carefully as the dates can burn quickly.
- For a variation, try using walnuts or almonds instead of pecans.
- Serve as a sweet appetizer, snack, or dessert.
Keywords: stuffed dates, mascarpone cheese, maple syrup, pecans, appetizer, broiled dates, sweet snack
