It’s date night! We wanted to treat ourselves to something a little sweet, and our Farmer Cheese Stuffed Dates fit the bill perfectly. Lifeway Farmer Cheese is tucked inside the soft embrace of a sweet date, its gentle flavor tempering the natural caramel notes. A drizzle of melted chocolate drapes each one in rich elegance, while chopped pistachios and sea salt bring just the right touch of contrast. Because we use Lifeway Farmer Cheese in this recipe, each bite delivers a generous dose of protein and active cultures, complemented by the prebiotic benefits of the dates to support digestive health.
The Benefits of Cultured Dairy for Better Health:
Research continues to show the importance of eating healthy foods, including cultured dairy such as kefir, for optimal digestion and gut health, a strong immune system, and to support the microbiome. Fermented foods like kefir hold important value in this line of research due to the link between the gut-brain axis and overall health. Specifically, kefir has been shown to help diversify the microbiome, improve digestion, reduce inflammation, support healthier blood sugar levels, and improve satiety since the bioavailable protein it contains triggers the release of GLP-1.
Lifeway Kefir is packed with variety of vital nutrients important for overall health, including bone and muscle health; these include vitamin D3, K, calcium, and vitamin B12. Along with our probiotic-rich kefir, Lifeway also offers artisan-made Farmer Cheese, a creamy high-protein cheese made with live and active cultures to support healthy muscles and healthy microbiome. Lifeway Farmer Cheese is easy to spread, free of gums and thickeners, and contains no added salt or sugar for optimal health benefits.
Prep Time: 5-10 min Servings: 2-4Ingredients
- 12 Medjool dates, pitted
- 4 tbsp. Farmer Cheese
- ¼ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- 1-2 tbsp. finely chopped pistachios
- Flaky sea salt
Directions
- Line a tray or cutting board with parchment paper and set aside.
- Fill each date with 1 tsp. of farmer cheese and place on the parchment paper.
- Place the chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl, and microwave in 20-second increments, mixing in between, until melted.
- Drizzle the melted chocolate over each date, then immediately garnish with chopped pistachios and a bit of flaky sea salt.
- Place the dates in the refrigerator for 20 minutes so that the chocolate can set prior to enjoying.
