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Homemade Date Paste

Looking for a natural, nutrient-rich sweetener to replace sugar in your recipes? Homemade date paste is a great option!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Soaking Time 4 hours
Course Condiment/Sweetener
Cuisine Middle Eastern
Servings 2 people
Calories 25 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Bowl for Soaking
  • 1 Blender or food processor
  • 1 Airtight container for storage

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Cup Pitted Medjool Dates
  • ½ Cup Warm Water For Soaking

Instructions
 

  • Soak the Dates
    Place 1 cup of pitted dates in a bowl and cover them with ½ cup of warm water. Let the dates soak for at least 3-4 hours. For a smoother paste, soak them overnight.
    Mixing pitted dates with water
  • Drain and Blend
    After soaking, drain the dates but reserve the soaking water. Place the soaked dates in a blender or food processor. Add a small amount of the soaking water (start with 1-2 tablespoons) and blend. Gradually add more water until the paste reaches your desired smooth consistency.
    Blending dates mixed with water
  • Store
    Transfer the paste into an airtight container and refrigerate. The date paste will keep for up to two weeks.
    Date paste in a small bowl after preparation

Video

Notes

  • Texture Adjustments: If you want a thinner paste for drizzling, add a bit more soaking water. For a thicker paste, reduce the water.
  • Enhancing Flavor: You can add a dash of vanilla extract, cinnamon, or a pinch of salt to deepen the flavor, depending on your use.
  • Substitution Guide: In recipes calling for sugar, you can typically substitute 1 tablespoon of date paste for 1 teaspoon of sugar. This works well in baked goods like muffins or cookies, but you may need to experiment with liquid ratios.

Nutrition

Calories: 25kcal
Keyword Gluten-Free, Healthy Baking, Natural Sweetener, Sugar Substitute, Vegan
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