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    Home » Gluten Free » Birthday Cake Stuffed Dates Dessert

    Birthday Cake Stuffed Dates Dessert

    Aug 30, 2023 · Modified: Sep 18, 2023 by Kayla Cappiello

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    This birthday cake stuffed dates dessert is sweet and refreshing. These treats are made with just a few simple ingredients, making them perfect for anyone, regardless of their skill level in the kitchen. They are made with dates, yogurt and rainbow sprinkles. These birthday cake stuffed dates dessert are gluten free and can easily be made dairy free and vegan!

    Dates stuffed with yogurt are a portable snack that kids can take with them to school, sports practice, or on the go. They are also a healthy and satisfying alternative to sugary snacks, such as candy cookies, and chips.

    Birthday Cake stuffed Dates

    why you’ll love this recipe

    • They’re easy to make: No baking required! Just a few minutes of prep time and you’re good to go.
    • Use different flavors of yogurt, such as strawberry, banana, or blueberry.
    • Add different toppings, such as granola, nuts, fruit, or chocolate chips.
    • Serve the dates stuffed with yogurt in a fun and festive way, such as on a skewer or in a bento box.
    • To make this birthday cake stuffed dates dessert, simply cut open some pitted dates and stuff them with your favorite yogurt.
    • You can use any flavor of yogurt you like, but I recommend using a vanilla flavored yogurt for the best results.
    • This birthday cake stuffed dates dessert have minimal ingredients: Just dates, yogurt, and sprinkles. That’s it!
    • You can make them your own: Use any flavor of yogurt you like, or even add in some other toppings, such as nuts, seeds, or granola.
    • They’re vegan-friendly: Simply use vegan yogurt and sprinkles.

    ingredients & substitutions

    Dates Dates have a sweet, caramel-like flavor. They are also slightly chewy and have a nutty aftertaste. Dates are a good source of fiber, potassium, and magnesium. They are also a good source of antioxidants, which can help protect the body against damage from free radicals.

    If you do not have dates for this birthday cake stuffed dates dessert, you can substitute them with other dried fruits, such as figs, apricots, or prunes. You can also substitute them with fresh fruits, such as bananas or apples.

    Yogurt

    The taste of yogurt will vary depending on the flavor you choose. Vanilla yogurt is a good choice for this recipe, as it will complement the sweetness of the dates. However, you can use any flavor of yogurt you like. Yogurt is a good source of protein, calcium, and probiotics. Probiotics are beneficial bacteria that can help improve gut health.

    If you do not have yogurt, you can substitute it with icing or goat cheese.

    taste & texture

    This birthday cake stuffed dates dessert is a delicious and refreshing treat that is perfect for any occasion. They have a sweet, caramel-like flavor from the dates, a creamy, tangy flavor from the yogurt, and a sweet, sugary taste from the sprinkles. The texture is chewy from the dates, creamy from the yogurt, and crunchy from the sprinkles.

    When you bite into a birthday cake stuffed date, you first experience the chewy texture of the date. Then, you taste the sweet, caramel-like flavor of the date. As you chew, the yogurt melts in your mouth and you taste the creamy, tangy flavor. Finally, you get a burst of sweetness from the sprinkles.

    Birthday Cake stuffed Dates

    directions

    Step 1

    Cut the dates in half lengthwise.

    Step 2

    Fill each date half with a dollop of yogurt.

    Step 3

    Sprinkle the yogurt with rainbow sprinkles.

    Step 4

    Freeze the birthday cake stuffed dates dessert for at least 2 hours.

    Step 5

    When ready to eat, enjoy the frozen dates as a snack or dessert.

    expert tips & tricks

    • If you want to make a large batch of birthday cake stuffed dates dessert, you can freeze them unstuffed and then stuff them just before serving.
    • If you’re using a freezer-safe container, be sure to label it with the date you made the dates so you know how long they’ve been in the freezer.
    • When you’re thawing the dates, be sure to do it slowly in the refrigerator so they don’t get too soft.
    • Use the softest, ripest dates you can find. This will make it easier to stuff them with yogurt.
    • If you don’t have rainbow sprinkles, you can use any other type of sprinkles, or even just a dusting of powdered sugar.
    • If you want to make these dates ahead of time, you can freeze them for up to 2 weeks. Just thaw them overnight in the refrigerator before serving.
    Birthday Cake stuffed Dates

    how to make this healthier

    To make this birthday cake stuffed dates dessert healthier you can use fat free yogurt to cut back on saturated fat.

    how to make this vegan

    To make these birthday cake stuffed dates dessert vegan, just use vegan yougurt. You can use any flavor. Make sure your sprinkles are vegan.

    how to serve & store

    To serve: Thaw the dates overnight in the refrigerator. Remove the dates from the refrigerator and let them come to room temperature for about 30 minutes.

    To store in the freezer: Place the dates in a single layer on a baking sheet. Freeze the dates for at least 2 hours. Once the dates are frozen, transfer them to a freezer-safe container or bag. The birthday cake stuffed dates dessert can be stored in the freezer for up to 2 months.

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    Birthday Cake stuffed Dates

    Birthday Cake Stuffed Dates Dessert

    Kayla Cappiello
    This birthday cake stuffed dates dessert are made with dates, yogurt and rainbow sprinkles. They are gluten free and easily made vegan.
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Servings 12 dates

    Ingredients
      

    • 12 pitted dates or regular dates with pit removed
    • 1 cup low fat plain yogurt or vanilla flavor (vegan or dairy free option)
    • 1/4 cup rainbow sprinkles

    Instructions
     

    • Cut the dates in half lengthwise.
    • Fill each date half with a dollop of yogurt.
    • Sprinkle the yogurt with rainbow sprinkles.
    • Freeze the dates for at least 2 hours.

    Notes

    You can use any flavor of yogurt you like.
    For a more tart flavor, use Greek yogurt.
    You can also add other toppings to the dates, such as nuts, seeds, or granola.
    If you don’t have rainbow sprinkles, you can use any other type of sprinkles, or even just a dusting of powdered sugar.
    Tried this recipe?Let me know how it was!

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