2 Ingredient Date Paste
This Date Paste Recipe is a perfect natural sweetener. Enjoy it alone or in different recipes to indulge your sweet tooth with something sweet and healthy.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1½ cups dates pittied
- 1 cup hot water
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Remove the seeds of the dates, and then place the dates in a high power blender with the hot water and baking soda. Turn the blender on high power until everything is well incorporated and date paste has formed.
- Turn the blender on high power until everything is well incorporated and the date paste has formed.
- To make it without a blender, put the pitted dates in a bowl, then pour the hot water. Add the baking soda. Set aside for 10 minutes and then mash it using a fork until you form a date paste.
Notes
- Choose fresh, soft dates like Medjool. If the dates are a bit dry, soak them in warm water for about 10-15 minutes before making the date paste.
- It is better to blend the dates in batches, especially if you are making large quantities. This will ensure a smooth and even consistency.
- Add water gradually while blending the dates until you reach the desired consistency. You do not want to end up with a runny date paste.
- Do not use cold water. Use warm water that helps date blend more smoothly and gives you a creamier texture.
- Double-check for pits even if you are using pitted dates to avoid damaging your blender.
Nutrition
Calories: 622kcal | Carbohydrates: 165g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 1099mg | Potassium: 1446mg | Fiber: 18g | Sugar: 140g | Vitamin A: 22IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 86mg | Iron: 2mg