Dried Dates
Fresh dates can be transformed into sweet, shelf-stable dried dates through gentle dehydrating. Slow drying at low temperature preserves the natural nutrients and intensifies the caramel-like sweetness. The result is a premium natural snack without any additives.
Ingredients(for 1 kg)
Instructions
Preparation
20 min.Wash and thoroughly dry the dates. Cut lengthwise, remove the pit and open the date slightly. Optionally sprinkle with a small pinch of cardamom and sea salt.
Arranging
5 min.Distribute opened dates cut-side up on the dehydrator trays. Ensure the dates do not overlap.
Dehydrating
12-16 hoursSet dehydrator to 55-65 °C and dry the dates for 12-16 hours. They are ready when leathery and slightly tacky, but no longer have a moist center.
Cooling and Packaging
30 min.Let dates cool completely on a rack, then pack in airtight containers. Stored cool and dry, they keep for up to 6 months.
Pro Tip
Do not dry dates above 65 °C, otherwise the natural sugars will caramelize and the dates will become too hard.
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