16 Easy Date Dessert Recipes

Discover 16 delicious date dessert recipes! From chewy bars to indulgent cakes, these naturally sweet treats are perfect for any occasion.

a collage image featuring 9 desserts with a text: 16 date dessert recipes

Let’s Talk Dates

Before we jump to our date recipes, let’s talk about dates. Not all dates are the same! Here’s a quick guide to the best types of dates for dessert recipes:

Medjool Dates: Large, soft, and naturally caramel-like. Best for energy balls, sticky toffee pudding, and eating straight.
Deglet Noor Dates: Firmer and slightly less sweet. Great for baking and making date paste.
Barhi Dates: Soft and extra sweet. Ideal for desserts where you want an intense caramel flavor.
Halawy Dates: Small and chewy with a rich taste. Perfect for cookies and pastries.
Thoory Dates: Dry and nutty, best for baking as they hold their shape well.

Best Choice: Medjool dates are the go-to for most dessert recipes due to their soft texture and deep sweetness.

Date Paste

In some of these date dessert recipes I am using date paste, while you can use store-bought date paste, you also can make it at home and save some money.

How to Make Homemade Date Paste:

Soak pitted dates in warm water for 10–15 minutes.
Blend with a little water until smooth.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

Table of Contents

Let’s Dive Into The Best Date Dessert Recipes 👇

1. Date Squares

A timeless classic, these date squares feature a crumbly oat base with a luscious, naturally sweet date filling. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or a wholesome dessert! Get the Date Squares Recipe

2. Bounty Dates (Coconut Dates)

a bunch of bounty dates with one bitted piece

A delicious twist on the classic Bounty bar! Dates are stuffed with shredded coconut and coated in chocolate for a naturally sweet, indulgent, and tropical-flavored treat. Get the Bounty Dates Recipe (Coconut Dates)

3. Sticky Toffee Pudding

a piece of sticky toffee pudding with a scoop of ice cream

A classic British dessert made with pureed dates for a rich, moist sponge cake, served with a luscious toffee sauce. A warm, comforting, and crowd-pleasing favorite! Get the Sticky Toffee Pudding Recipe

4. Peanut Butter Stuffed Dates

Peanut Butter Stuffed Dates with walnuts

The first thing that comes to my mind when i hear “dates dessert recipes” is this. Simple yet irresistible! Medjool dates are stuffed with creamy peanut butter and optionally coated in chocolate for a delicious, easy, and healthy snack or dessert. Get the Peanut Butter Stuffed Dates Recipe

5. Date Pistachio Bars

A delightful blend of Medjool dates and crunchy pistachios, these bars are naturally sweet, fiber-rich, and packed with healthy fats. Great for snacking on the go! Get the Date Pistachio Bars Recipe

6. Date Energy Balls

Looking for some healthy dessert recipes with dates? fThese bite-sized energy balls combine dates, nuts, cocoa powder, and seeds for a nutritious snack or post-workout treat. No baking required and easy to customize! Get the Date Energy Balls Recipe

7. Healthy Date Bars

Healthy Date Bars with sesame seeds on top

Soft, chewy, and naturally sweetened with dates, these bars are a great alternative to store-bought granola bars. If you are in the mood for easy desserts with date, this recipe is for you. They’re vegan, gluten-free, and perfect for meal prep! Get the Healthy Date Bars Recipe

8. Maamoul

A Middle Eastern semolina cookie stuffed with sweet date paste, offering a delicate, buttery texture with a rich, spiced date filling. A holiday favorite! Get the Maamoul Recipe

9. Hamantaschen (Oznei Haman)

Traditional Purim cookies filled with a sweet date filling, creating a perfect balance of crunchy, buttery pastry and soft, flavorful, naturally sweetened filling. Get the Hamantaschen (Oznei Haman) Recipe

10. Rugelach

Desserts with dates can be unique, such as these cookies. A delicious Jewish pastry filled with a sweet date filling, walnuts, and cinnamon, rolled into perfect bite-sized treats. Perfect with coffee or as a holiday dessert! Get the Rugelach Recipe

11. Snickers Overnight Oats

I am not sure if that goes into the category of a date dessert recipes, but I had to add this recipe/ A healthy twist on Snickers! Creamy oats layered with dates, peanut butter, and chocolate create a nutritious yet indulgent breakfast or snack option. Get the Rugelach Recipe

12. No-Bake Energy Bars

A simple and healthy snack made with dates, nuts, and seeds, these bars are easy to make, packed with nutrients, and perfect for meal prep or quick energy. Get the No-Bake Energy Bars Recipe

13. Healthy Ferrero Rocher

When you thought dessert ideas using dates can’t be excitingץ A guilt-free take on the classic! These homemade Ferrero Rocher balls are naturally sweetened with dates and packed with hazelnuts, cocoa, and crunchy chocolate. Get the Healthy Ferrero Rocher Recipe

14. Healthy Snickers

Looking for a date dessert recipe that is also healthy? This nutritious version of the famous candy bar is made with date-based caramel, peanut butter, dark chocolate, and crunchy nuts for a wholesome, delicious treat. Get the Healthy Snickers Recipe

15. No-Bake Brownies

Fudgy, rich, and naturally sweet, these no-bake brownies are made with dates, cocoa powder, and nuts for a healthy chocolate fix that requires zero baking time. Get the No-Bake Brownies Recipe

16. Tahini Date Cake

A moist and flavorful cake made with tahini and dates, delivering a rich, nutty taste with natural sweetness. This cake is a unique dessert recipe with dates and this treat is perfect with coffee or tea! Get the Tahini Date Cake Recipe