Sugar-Free Date and Nut Rolls: Healthy & Delicious Dessert Recipe

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About Sugar-Free Date and Nut Rolls: Healthy & Delicious Dessert Recipe

Indulge in this naturally sweet and healthy Sugar-Free Date and Nut Roll recipe! Made with wholesome ingredients like dates, almonds, cashews, and pistachios, this delightful treat is perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings without the guilt.
Surprisingly simple to make, this recipe combines the chewy texture of dates with the satisfying crunch of nuts. The addition of poppy seeds adds a delightful complexity and nutritional boost.
Perfect for a healthy snack, dessert, or even a unique addition to your next gathering, this recipe is sure to become a new favorite. Enjoy the delicious flavor and the wholesome goodness!
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Recipe Time & More

Prep10 minutes
Cook15 minutes
Total25 minutes
Calories400 kcal
Serves6
Served AsDesserts
Recipe TasteSweet

Ingredients
 

Dates & Nuts

Seeds & Spices

Fat

  • 2 tbsp Ghee clarified butter. can substitute with coconut oil for a vegan option.
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Instructions
 

Prepare the Dates

  • Roughly chop the pitted dates. If using a food processor, pulse until coarsely ground, taking care not to over-process and create a paste.

Roast the Nuts and Seeds

  • Dry roast the poppy seeds in a pan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, or until fragrant. Set aside. In the same pan, heat 1 tablespoon of ghee and roast the chopped nuts and melon seeds (if using) for 3-4 minutes, or until lightly golden and fragrant. Set aside.

Combine and Cook

  • Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of ghee in the pan. Add the ground dates and cook over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened and slightly sticky. Stir in the roasted nuts and poppy seeds. Mix well to combine thoroughly.

Shape and Set

  • Remove the mixture from the heat and let it cool slightly (about 5 minutes), until it's still pliable but not too hot to handle. On a piece of parchment paper or plastic wrap, shape the mixture into a log or roll. Alternatively, form into small balls (ladoos).

Coat and Chill

  • Roll the log/ladoos in the remaining poppy seeds to coat evenly. Wrap the roll tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.

Serve and Store

  • Once chilled, slice the roll into bite-sized pieces and store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Recipe Notes

Expert Tips

  • For a richer flavor, use high-quality Medjool dates.
  • Adjust the amount of ghee according to your preference and the moisture content of the dates.
  • If the mixture is too sticky, add a tablespoon or two of chopped nuts to help it firm up.
  • Get creative with the nuts! Feel free to substitute or add other nuts like walnuts or pecans.

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Recipe Nutrition

Calories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 68gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.002gCholesterol: 13mgSodium: 4mgPotassium: 711mgFiber: 9gSugar: 54gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 121mgIron: 2mg

Richa Gupta
Richa Gupta

I love to explore healthy way of cooking in my kitchen. I share my creations on my YouTube channel "Healthy Kadai"

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