Description
Date paste is a great substitute for honey or sugar in marinades, salad dressings, sauces and baked goods.
Start by soaking your dates in warm water to soften them up.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pitted dates
- 3/4 cups water
Instructions
- Soak dates in warm water for 10-30 minutes to plump them up.
- Dig out the pits and discard.
- Add dates and date water to blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
Notes
- Use as a 1:1 substitute for honey or other sweeteners like agave or maple syrup.
- Freeze in ice trays for easy-to-use cubes. Add to sauces, marinades, dressings for sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10
