Description
These Mascarpone Stuffed Dates with Pomegranate and Honey are the ultimate elegant appetizer — creamy mascarpone, sweet Medjool dates, drizzled honey, and a pop of pomegranate seeds. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any festive gathering, this recipe takes less than 15 minutes and delivers a sweet-savory bite that looks gourmet yet is effortless to make.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 Medjool dates – soft, large, and naturally sweet
- ½ cup mascarpone cheese – creamy and slightly tangy
- 2 tablespoons honey – floral and golden
- ¼ cup pomegranate arils – for color and crunch
- Pinch of flaky sea salt – optional
- Optional add-ins: chopped pistachios, walnuts, orange zest, or fresh herbs
Instructions
- Prep the dates: Slice each Medjool date lengthwise on one side and remove the pit, keeping the date intact.
- Prepare the mascarpone: Soften slightly at room temperature. Use a spoon or piping bag for neat filling.
- Stuff the dates: Fill each date with about 1 teaspoon of mascarpone cheese.
- Drizzle with honey: Lightly drizzle honey over each stuffed date.
- Top with pomegranate arils: Add a few seeds for a festive crunch and tang.
- Optional garnish: Sprinkle with flaky sea salt, nuts, or fresh herbs for added flavor.
- Serve: Arrange on a platter and serve immediately or chill for 15 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use soft Medjool dates for the best texture and sweetness.
- Don’t overfill — mascarpone should peek out but not overflow.
- Chill before serving to help the filling set.
- For parties, place each date in a mini cupcake liner for easy handling.
- Not freezer-friendly — enjoy fresh or refrigerate for up to 2–3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed date
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 8mg
Keywords: Stuffed Dates Recipe, Mascarpone Cheese Recipes, Holiday Appetizers, Pomegranate Appetizer, No Cook Appetizer