Middle Eastern Bite (Printable Version)
Chewy date rolls packed with roasted pistachios and cozy spices—a naturally sweet, gluten-free, and plant-based snack.
# Ingredients:
→ Roll Ingredients
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150g pistachios, split into two portions
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400g finely chopped Medjool dates
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2 tablespoons smooth tahini
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1 teaspoon ground cardamom
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1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
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Half a tablespoon cocoa powder
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A little pinch of salt
# Steps:
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Warm up a pan and toast the pistachios for 5-7 minutes until they smell delicious. Chop 100g into chunks for the inside, and turn the other 50g into a fine powder using a blender for coating later.
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In the same pan, toss the chopped dates and tahini. Heat them lightly while squishing the mixture with a wooden spoon until it’s smooth and sticky.
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Take the pan off the stove. Add the cardamom, cinnamon, cocoa, salt, and chopped pistachios. Stir everything together until it’s well blended.
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Spread out some baking paper, shape the mixture into a log, and roll it over the pistachio powder to coat the outside.
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Pop the roll into the freezer for 30–60 minutes to harden. Then, slice it into bite-sized rounds. Serve right after cutting, or store for later snacking.
# Notes:
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Softer dates are easier to mash. If using firmer ones, soak them in hot water for about 10 minutes to soften.
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Go for runny tahini—the Lebanese kind is great for desserts. Look for it in specialty stores or online.
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Store them sealed in a container at room temperature—or chill them in the fridge for that cool, firm texture.