Date Nut Sandwich Spread Recipes

DATE AND WALNUT SPREAD

Steps:

• In a small bowl beat together the neufchatel cheese, powdered sugar and spices.
• In a food processor finely chop the walnuts. Add chopped nuts to cream cheese mixture then finely chop the dates. Add in dates and stir with a rubber spatula until blended.
• Place mixture into a custard cup, cover and refrigerator until chilled. Serve with bagels and quick breads for a delicious treat.

CREAM CHEESE SANDWICHES WITH DATES, PECANS AND ROSEMARY

Steps:

• Set oven to 400. Put cream cheese, lime zest and dates in a small bowl. Use a fork to gently mix.
• Put pecans on a rimmed baking sheet or in a skillet. Add rosemary leaves, olive oil and a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Toss to distribute seasoning and spread out in an even layer. Roast for 10 minutes or until lightly browned and fragrant. Set aside to cool.
• Lay bread slices on a work surface. Spread each evenly with cream cheese mixture using 2 or 3 tablespoons per slice. Sprinkle with pecans and rosemary. Add a little more salt and a pinch of red pepper.
• Cut on the diagonal to make 12 open face sandwiches, or cut into smaller bite-size triangles.

DATE & NUT DIP OR SPREAD

Steps:

• Beat softened cream cheese until smooth, blend in milk.
• Add dates, almonds, cinnamon and almond essence, mix well & chill.
• Serve with cracker biscuits or fresh fruit as a dip or use as a spread on bagels, mmm yum!

DATE-NUT SANDWICH SPREAD

Steps:

• 1. Finely chop the dates either by hand. (use a wet knife-it makes slicing easier!) Or, place coarsely chopped dates in a food processor fitted with a steel blade.
• 2. Stir together the softened cream cheese and nuts by hand or add it to the food processor (along with the spice, if using. If using a food processor, process with the PULSE on/off function. Process the mixture until everything is combined and the dates are as finely chopped as possible.
• 3. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.