15 Easy Medjool Dates Recipes

Our top Medjool dates recipe: goat cheese stuffed dates! These beauties are incredibly easy to make, and the flavor of this simple pairing is outrageous. Pair the sweet caramel chewiness of Medjool dates with tangy, fluffy goat cheese, and the sweet-savory combo is out of this world. It also works as a quick snack or “side” for a healthy lunch, and involves no cooking at all. For plant based, use nut butter instead (peanut butter, almond butter, cashew butter, or nut butter).

The most "famous" of all Medjool date recipes? Raw brownies! You'll never believe the dark chocolatey flavor and chewy texture of this easy no bake treat. Simply blend together Medjool dates, cocoa powder and walnuts, and it forms a magical concoction that you'll have to taste to believe. We've been making these for years as a tasty naturally sweet treat: we hope you'll love them as much as we do!

The other arguably most popular Medjool date recipe: energy bars! Did you know that many of the energy bars you see in stores are made with Medjool dates? This recipe is like a copycat Larabar with a pecan pie flavor! It's made with pecans, dates, oats, chia seeds, and cinnamon. This tasty bar is full of nutrients and lots of fiber (10% of your daily need).

Got dates on hand? Let’s make a Date Smoothie! Medjool dates are ideal in smoothies: they’re a natural sweetener with a caramelly sweet flavor. They add a great source of fiber and enhance the creamy texture of a smoothie. Here’s how to make a naturally sweet smoothie using this tasty fruit.

What's a better way to use Medjool dates than wrapping them in bacon? Yes please! This tasty party appetizer is a classic, starring caramely dates, crispy bacon, and savory cheese. via Gimme Some Oven

Here's another fantastic energy bars recipe made with Medjool dates! This one is like a Larabar too, but it's made with cashews and almonds. The concept couldn't be easier: simply blend dates, almonds, cashews and cinnamon together in a food processor, then press it into an even layer. We like to freeze our energy bars for a few minutes before cutting them, which helps the dough set. For a seasonal variation, try adding Pumpkin Pie Spice!

Date bark is like chocolate bark, but with Medjool dates as a base! This TikTok viral recipe combines dates with peanut butter, chocolate and peanuts. It tastes like a Snickers bar and is the perfect vegan and gluten-free treat to keep stocked in your freezer!

Why not add dates to your breakfast? This oatmeal topping makes for a natural caramel-like flavor that amps up your morning. It’s delicious and can be prepped the night before for a quick, low effort breakfast. via Eating Bird Food

Here's a fun way to dress up those brownies made with Medjool dates: make them into a parfait! This parfait is a healthy spin on the standard, made with sweetened Greek yogurt. There's a gooey triple berry compote made with strawberries, blackberries and raspberries. And to top it off? Crumbles of raw brownies! They made for the perfect contrasting fudgy texture. A more decadent way to eat raw brownies? This Brownie Ice Cream Sandwich.

Ever tried a date shake? This Palm Springs signature drink is an unexpected combination that works: creamy vanilla ice cream and Medjool dates. Take one sip and it’s a revelation: creamy, aromatic vanilla ice cream is the ideal pairing for the caramel flavor of this fruit.

Buckeyes are those gooey peanut butter balls covered in chocolate! While they're often eaten during the holiday season, you can eat these tasty morsels all year round. They're a sweet treat that is great for parties, gatherings, or book clubs. This recipe is a healthy spin on buckeyes using Medjool dates for the filling instead of butter! It makes for a decadent-tasting plant based dessert.

Craving a candy bar but want a healthier alternative? Stuff Medjool dates with peanut butter and cover them in chocolate, and they taste just like a Snickers bar! This crave-able sweet treat is the best combination of flavors and textures. via Eating Bird Food

These healthy vegan energy bars are similar to homemade Larabars, but with a little more texture. Like the raw brownie, they’re gluten-free and all natural, made mainly of Medjool dates and nuts. This version uses hazelnuts for a more complex flavor, and dried tart cherries for a tangy note that compliments the sweet. 

This 4-ingredient date caramel is made with all real foods and tastes salty sweet! It's perfect for dipping apples or other fruit, and it's simple to whip up with just dates, vanilla, salt and almond milk. via Eating Bird Food

Last up in our Medjool dates recipes: this healthy chocolate milkshake! Here's a way to get your milkshake without feeling sick afterwards. You'll place coconut milk in an ice cube tray and freeze it, then blend the cubes with cocoa powder and Medjool dates. It tastes rich and chocolatey, but fresh and light at the same time!