Lunar Star Date Platter (Print Version)

Elegant crescent and star shaped dates filled with nuts and orange zest, garnished with honey and sesame seeds.

# Components:

→ Dates & Fillings

01 - 20 large Medjool dates, pitted
02 - 1.76 oz blanched almonds
03 - 1.76 oz pistachios, shelled and unsalted
04 - 1.41 oz unsweetened shredded coconut
05 - Zest of 1 orange
06 - 2 tbsp orange blossom water

→ Decoration

07 - Edible gold leaf (optional)
08 - 1 tbsp sesame seeds
09 - 2 tbsp honey (for brushing)

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Slice each date lengthwise on one side and remove the pit, keeping the date as intact as possible.
02 - Using small star and crescent moon cookie cutters, gently press and trim half the dates into crescent shapes and the other half into stars.
03 - Lightly crush almonds and pistachios, then combine with orange zest, shredded coconut, and orange blossom water until well mixed.
04 - Carefully fill each shaped date with the nut mixture, shaping the filling to follow the contours of the moons and stars.
05 - Place the filled dates onto a serving platter in an attractive, decorative pattern.
06 - Warm the honey slightly and brush it over the dates, then sprinkle with sesame seeds and optionally apply edible gold leaf for an elegant finish.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Festive and visually appealing dessert
  • Easy to prepare with simple ingredients
02 -
  • Contains tree nuts (almonds, pistachios).
  • May contain traces of sesame.
03 -
  • For a vegan version, replace honey with agave syrup.
  • Serve alongside mint tea for an authentic experience.
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