Moons and stars shaped from dates, filled with nuts and citrus zest, adorned with honey and edible gold leaf.
# What You'll Need:
→ 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)
# Method:
01 - Slice each date lengthwise on one side and carefully remove the pit, preserving the date’s structure.
02 - Use small cookie cutters to form half the dates into crescents and the other half into stars by gently pressing and trimming.
03 - Lightly crush almonds and pistachios, then combine with orange zest, shredded coconut, and orange blossom water until evenly mixed.
04 - Carefully spoon or press the nut mixture into each date, shaping it to align with the moon and star forms.
05 - Place the filled dates on a serving platter in an attractive, festive design.
06 - Warm honey slightly, brush over the dates for gloss, then sprinkle with sesame seeds and optionally adorn with edible gold leaf.
