How to Make Date Paste

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Date paste is a healthy alternative to sugar or even maple syrup. It has lots of fiber and minerals. Most recipes can use this date paste substitute at a 1:1 ratio. Use double the amount of date paste when subbing for maple syrup so it doesn't turn out too dry.

Prep Time5

Cook Time5

Total Time10

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American, Whole Food Plant Based

Keyword: how to make date paste, no-soak date paste, sugar substitute

Servings: tablespoons

Calories: 40kcal

Author: Kim Murphy

Ingredients

16 ounces pitted dates 2 cups packed tightly
1/2 cup water

Instructions

Chop the dates to double check that there are no pit fragments. This will also help them blend easier.
Using a food processor with an S-Blade, combine the chopped dates & water.
Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as necessary.
Store date paste in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.

Notes

If your dates are fresh they will be slightly moist and will not need soaking. If your dates are older they may be more dried out and I would recommend soaking them in warm water for about an hour to soften them up.

Sub date paste 1:1 for refined sugar, coconut sugar, or brown sugar.

Sub date paste 2:1 for maple syrup (double the amount of date paste for what the recipe calls for maple syrup)

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