Can I use dates other than Medjool dates?

While Medjool dates are recommended for their soft, caramel-like texture, you could use other soft, pitted dates. If they seem dry, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes before draining and adding to the food processor.

Do these Gingerbread Date Bites require baking?

No, these are a no-bake recipe! Simply process all ingredients in a food processor until the mixture sticks together, then roll into balls and chill in the fridge or freezer.

How should I store these gingerbread bites?

Store your Gingerbread Date Bites in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week, or in the freezer for longer enjoyment. They are delicious straight from the freezer!

Can I adjust the spice level in these bites?

Absolutely! After processing the ingredients, taste the mixture and feel free to add more ground cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, or clove to suit your preference before rolling.

My mixture isn't sticking together in the food processor, what should I do?

Continue processing the mixture for a bit longer. The natural stickiness of the Medjool dates combined with the pecans should eventually form a cohesive dough that sticks together when pressed.

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Gingerbread Date Bites
[Vegan]

CD By: Caroline Doucet

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A small pile of round, glazed Gingerbread Date Bites, dusted with a light white icing, arranged on a rustic plate, ready to be served.

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Gingerbread Date Bites [Vegan]

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Little gingerbread date bites made with pecans, dates, molasses and holiday spices. These nutritious bites make for a perfect holiday snack. Top them with a drizzle of glaze or enjoy them plain. They’re delicious both ways!

Ingredients You Need for Gingerbread Date Bites [Vegan]

Ingredients:

1 cup pecans, raw
1 cup Medjool dates, pitted
1 tablespoon Blackstrap molasses
1 teaspoon cinnamon, ground
1/2 teaspoon ginger, ground
Pinch of nutmeg, ground
Pinch of clove, ground
Pinch of fine grain sea salt

Glaze (Optional):

2 1/2 tablespoons icing sugar
1 teaspoon plant-based milk (plain oat milk works well!)

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How to Prepare Gingerbread Date Bites [Vegan]

Add all the ingredients to a food processor. Process until the mixture sticks together when pressed, about 30 seconds. Taste the mixture and add more spices if desired.
Roll the mixture into little balls. You should get about 10. Place them in the fridge or freezer while you prepare the glaze or for at least 10 minutes. Lightly cold bites will make the glaze look cleaner.
Make a glaze: Mix the icing sugar with the plant-based milk. Stir until a glaze forms. Drizzle the glaze over the gingerbread bites.
Store in the fridge or freezer. They're good straight from the freezer!