Pistachio Cookie Dough Dates – A Healthy Swap That Feels Indulgent

When it comes to eating well, the best swaps are the ones you don’t even notice. That’s the beauty of this recipe—Pistachio Cookie Dough Dates. They taste so decadent you’d never guess they’re made from simple, wholesome ingredients.

Think soft, caramel-like Medjool dates stuffed with a pistachio cookie dough, draped in rich dark chocolate, and finished with a sprinkle of crushed pistachios. They’re naturally sweet, full of real-food goodness, and a perfect little treat to keep in the fridge when cravings strike.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Wholesome ingredients – just dates, nuts, and a drizzle of maple syrup.

• No baking required – quick, simple, and mess-free.

• Naturally sweet – thanks to the Medjool dates and maple syrup.

• Perfect for sharing (or not!) – they make a beautiful homemade gift, too.

Recipe: Pistachio Cookie Dough Dates

Ingredients

• 10 Medjool dates, pitted and flattened

• 1 cup almond meal

• ½ cup pistachio butter

• 1 tbsp maple syrup

• Dark chocolate, melted

• Crushed pistachios (for topping)

Method

1. In a bowl, mix the almond meal, pistachio butter, and maple syrup until a thick cookie dough forms.

2. Gently press about 1 teaspoon of the dough into each flattened date.

3. Dip each date halfway into melted dark chocolate, or drizzle the chocolate over the top.

4. Sprinkle with crushed pistachios for crunch and color.

5. Place in the fridge to set, then store chilled (if they last that long!).

Tips & Variations

• Swap pistachio butter for almond or cashew butter if that’s what you have on hand.

• Add a pinch of sea salt on top for a sweet-salty kick.

• For extra indulgence, double-dip in chocolate once the first layer sets.