Date-Sweetened Desserts

These date-sweetened desserts are perfect when you’re in the mood for a nutrient-dense treat. No added sugar is necessary to give these cookies, cakes, and other treats sweetened with dates a totally satisfying flavor and texture. You can use Medjool dates, Deglet Noor dates, or any other type of date you prefer in these recipes. My personal favorite are Medjool dates because they’re particularly sweet and moist.

Why Make Date-Sweetened Desserts?

Dates add a delicious, caramel-like flavor to desserts and also contribute to a soft, moist texture. They’re a great way to add sweetness as well as fiber, antioxidants, and nutrients such as B vitamins, potassium, and magnesium. Dates have a lower glycemic index compared to regular white sugar which makes them an excellent choice if a more gradual effect on blood sugar is important to you.

1. Peanut Butter Date Cookies

These peanut butter cookies are soft, chewy, and delicious. They’re sweet with a hint of saltiness. These delicious, date-sweetened cookies are easy to make and kid approved. Peanut Butter Date Cookies Recipe

2. Date-Sweetened Amaranth Cookies

These amaranth cookies are gluten free, dairy free, and egg free. These simple cookies are made with almond butter and naturally sweetened with dates. They’re perfect when you’re craving a nutritious treat. They have a satisfying, chewy texture and warm, nutty, caramel-like flavor. Amaranth Cookies Recipe

3. Spelt Flour Date Cake

This spelt flour cake is sweet, moist, and flavorful. It’s egg free, dairy free, and refined sugar free. If you haven’t tried baking with spelt flour yet, this delicious whole grain cake is a must try. Spelt Flour Cake Recipe

4. Date Cake

This date-sweetened chocolate cake is made with nutritious ingredients like dates, oat flour, and extra virgin olive oil. This cake is so decadent and perfect for special occasions. Date Cake (No Sugar Added) Recipe

5. Chocolate Coconut Date Balls

These chocolate coconut date balls are quick and easy to make. They’re made with pumpkin seeds, unsweetened cocoa powder, and dates. These are perfect when you’re in the mood for a nutrient-dense dessert. Chocolate Coconut Date Balls Recipe

6. Date-Sweetened Chocolate Pudding

This date-sweetened chocolate pudding with avocados is rich, creamy, and so delicious. It’s nutritious and totally satisfying. This is one of my favorite date-sweetened desserts. Chocolate Pudding with Avocados Recipe

7. Date-Sweetened Flaxseed Cookies

These flaxseed cookies are one of my favorite date-sweetened desserts. They have a caramel-like flavor from the dates and a soft, chewy texture. Drizzle them with dark chocolate for an extra layer of flavor. Flaxseed Cookie Recipe