Clean date rolls recipe (2024)

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Originally this was meant to be fig rolls recipe, but somebody in my house ateall the figs before I had a chance to make this date rolls recipe, therefore I had to go for my emergency stash of dates and created clean date rolls instead. You can of course you figs instead of dates.

My daughteris crazy aboutfig rolls. I never bought them for her, but her nanny loves them and always has some in herhouse, so this where my daughter’s love for fig rolls comes from.

Whenever I pick up Sofia from her nanny’s house after work and we hop on the train to go home, Sofia often carefully takes out of her pocket two fig rolls wrapped up lovingly by her nanny in a napkin and slowly eats them making sure they last the whole 40 minutes train journey. A foodie in the making I would say, wouldn't you?

I wasn't sure if there would be a demand for a healthy fig roll recipe, but still went for it and here is my date rolls recipe……. Pretty tasty may I say. I posted a photo on my Facebook page to see if people were interested and the response was amazing. Lots of you commented that fig rolls are everyone’s childhood favourite or family favourite treat.

I think these would be a brilliant packed lunch treat for your little ones. I had two of these yesterday with a cup of Matcha Green Tea latte . Oh my word, the combination of these two is perfect and guilt free. Just try to stop at one!

Date rolls recipe

Recipe

Clean date rolls recipe (12)

Clean date rolls

Originally this was meant to be healthy fig rolls recipe, but somebody in my house ateall the figsso I have created clean date rolls recipe instead.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup oat flour (oats blended in food processor)
  • ½ cup ground almonds
  • ½ cup ground chia seeds (I used ChiaBia )
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ cup maple syrup (or any other liquid sweetener)
  • 2 tsps vanilla extract
  • 3 tbsps coconut oil
  • 3 tbsps apple puree or mashed banana
  • Date filling
  • 1 cup dates, pitted
  • 2 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 180 degrees and line your baking tray with baking paper.
  2. Soak your dates in boiling water and set aside
  3. Next make the oat flour in a food processor, add ground almonds, ground chia seeds and baking powder and mix well
  4. In separate bowl melt all the wet ingredients and once melted add to the food processor and combine well.
  5. Place the (very sticky) dough in the fridge to set for 1 hour
  6. After one hour drain the dates and pop in the food processor along with lemon juices. Process until you get a sticky paste and divide into 4 parts
  7. Take the dough out of the fridge and divide into 4 equal parts. Take a cling film and roll each part in between two pieces .You want each to be about half an inch thick and rectangular in shape. Spread out one part of the date filling length ways, fold over the dough lifting up the cling film and seal tight all the edges.
  8. Do the same with the remaining three pieces of dough and filling and place them all on the baking tray.
  9. Bake for 30 min or until brown. Let them cool down completely before cutting up.

If you do give this recipe a try, let me know! Leave a comment and take a picture and tag it #hedihearts on Instagram or share on my Facebook wall. I’d love to see what you come up with.

Much love,
Hedi

PS: Before I sign out don't forget our next 3 Month Clean Eating Challenge starts on 1st of January. It cost £29.99 one off payment and you can join as many challenges as you like. We start a new one each month. Below is a photo of Natalie who did our challenge twice this year. This girl rocks! More info about challenge in here.

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Comments

  1. michelle @ Boards&Knives

    How clever! I loved fig rolls (we call them Fig Newtons) and I never thought to try making them at home. I will definitely be saving this recipe!

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    • Hedi Hearts

      They are so lovely Michelle. I think I might even prefer them with dates rather than figs 🙂 Hedi xxx

      Reply

  2. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

    Fig Newtons with dates? I'm loving it! These look fab dear!

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    • Hedi Hearts

      Yes, dates, meant to be figs, but they got lost in the house...somehow 🙂 Hedi xx

      Reply

  3. Ordinary Vegan

    I like dates more then figs and they are less expensive. These look like a perfect healthy snack.

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  4. [emailprotected]

    They look so good and are so full of healthy ingredients. I love the idea of using dates instead of figs.

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    • Hedi Hearts

      thank you Mel! Hedi xxx

      Reply

  5. Vanessa @VeganFamilyRecipes.com

    What a delicious and easy looking recipe! This looks like such a healthy treat my kids would love 🙂

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    • Hedi Hearts

      My younger one (6) loves it and always helps me to make it! Hedi xxx

      Reply

  6. Linda @ Veganosity

    I love fig cookies. This is such a great recipe. Thanks for the clear picture tutorial, it is so helpful.

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    • Hedi Hearts

      My pleasure Linda, let me know if you make them. Hedi xxx

      Reply

  7. The Food Hunter

    Must try making these

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    • Hedi Hearts

      Let me know what you think Theresa. Hedi xxx

      Reply

  8. Nicole

    I love Fig bars! Every time I want to make them, I end up just eating the figs. Going to save this recipe though for when I have more will power

    • Hedi Hearts

      hahaha I can very much relate Nicole! Hedi xxx

      Reply

  9. Sophia @veggies dont bite

    These look delicious! I bet you can fill them with load of yummy things!

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    • Hedi Hearts

      oh yes, going to try all sorts of dried fruit over the festive period. Hedi xxx

      Reply

  10. The Vegan 8

    These look so wonderful girl and I love how healthy they are!! So perfect for the holidays too!

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  11. Kathy Hester

    I totally need these right now! They are on my list of things to make tomorrow 🙂

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    • Hedi Hearts

      Thank you Kathy! xx

      Reply

  12. Gin

    Your date rolls look so delicious, much better than purchased! I've never made my own but you've inspired me to try!

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    • Hedi Hearts

      Aww thank you Gin, happy to hear you feel inspired! Hedi xxx

      Reply

  13. Sina @ Vegan Heaven

    This looks amazing, Hedi! I absolutely love the date filling. What a great idea. Can't wait to give it a try! 🙂

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    • Hedi Hearts

      Thank you Sina! Hedi xxx

      Reply

  14. Howie Fox

    How good do those rolls look?? This looks like an excellent recipe for me to try out to take on my next hike! xx

    Reply

    • Hedi Hearts

      I love hiking Howie! I really miss this in UK. Hedi xx

      Reply

  15. Claire

    Just made your fig rolls and my house smells amazballs!! Can't wait for them to cool down. ?

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    • Hedi Hearts

      Thanks so much for lovely comment Claire. Were they nice? I hope so! Hedi xxx

      Reply

  16. Natasha

    These are amazing! I just made a giant one and sliced it up - delicious! Xx

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  17. Elisabeth Clifford

    Hi Hedi, Just made them, they are really nice. I wonder about the dough, could it be adapted for savoury rolls?, as it is gluten free and it is a great texture, do you have any idea about this?. Best wishes and thank you for your lovely recipes. Hare Krsna. Elisabeth.

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    • Hedi Hearts

      Elisabeth I don't see why not! Give it a try and come back to let me know how you got on. Hedi xxx

      Reply

  18. Pamela

    Is that 180 celcius? So I would cook them at 350 f?

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    • Hedi Hearts

      Yes lovely, 180 Celsius, I am based in UK. Hedi xxx

      Reply

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Clean date rolls recipe (2024)

FAQs

Are date rolls good for you? ›

With each rich, chewy bite, you get: Important vitamins and minerals. A heart healthy cholesterol free food. Natural antioxidant polyphenols that aid in digestion, sugar control, weight loss, and more.

Do you need to soak dates before baking? ›

Dried dates are ready to use straight away - just slice off from the block or pick as many of you need from the box, but you can also soak them in a liquid like tea or various types of alcohol, to boost flavour and moisture.

What are date rolls made of? ›

You start by pureeing the dates until they are creamy along with some coconut oil, cashew butter and vanilla bean seeds. To that you added some chopped cashews and then roll and cut them into bite sized logs. The little bites then get showered in shredded coconut and set in the fridge to firm.

How to soften dates without water? ›

Microwave For A Few Seconds

Arrange the dates in a microwave-safe bowl or plate. Next, warm them in the microwave for about a minute, depending on the strength of your microwave. I recommend warming them in 10-second intervals and removing them when they are soft to your liking.

Are dates too high in sugar? ›

Dates have a very high sugar content relative to the rest of their nutritional value. People who are trying to manage their blood sugar, such as those with diabetes, should be mindful of their total sugar intake when consuming dates.

How many dates are too many to eat? ›

​The appropriate number of dates to eat in a day can vary depending on various factors, including individual nutritional needs. You can have five to six dates per day at max.

Can I use normal dates instead of Medjool dates? ›

A 'normal' date (a pitted date in the baking aisle) is often half the size of a Medjool date and less chewy, use 2-3 to replace a medjool date. If you are using a pitted dry date in replacement of a Medjool date soak them in hot water for 5 minutes before using.

Should Medjool dates be kept in the fridge? ›

STORE. Dates are best stored in the refrigerator in an air tight container to help them retain moisture. They can be stored up to 6 months in the refrigerator, but may lose moisture the longer they sit.

How many dates equal 1 cup of sugar? ›

Add to your recipe to substitute for sugar or pour the Paste into an airtight container and store in the fridge (use 1 cup of date paste to substitute 1 cup of sugar). Enjoy! 1 lb or 2 Packed Cups of Coachella's Best Organic Medjool Dates (You can order these in bulk here!)

What is the black stuff inside dates? ›

If the inside is black or spotted, that means they are moldy and were likely stored improperly, either in transit or at home. If the outside is cracked and flaky and the inside is extremely dry (with stringy fibers), it's likely that your dates are past their expiration date.

What is special about Medjool dates? ›

Medjool dates can help you increase the potassium in your diet, supporting these nervous system functions. The B vitamins in Medjool dates, such as pantothenic acid, folate, and niacin, help manage the metabolic processes that convert food to energy. Research shows this can help fight tiredness and fatigue.

What is the white stuff in dates? ›

If your Dates are starting to turn white there is no need to worry! The white coating on your Dates is not mold, it's just sugar crystals that have formed on the outside and can be easily fixed with our trick above (wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving for five seconds).

Why are my Medjool dates hard? ›

People tend to keep some dates handy at home, in some corner of their fridge, in the off chance that it would be needed in the recipe. If dates are not used for a long time, they tend to dry out and become hard, making them tough to use in recipes!

What does soaking dates in milk do? ›

Improved sexual health

Making sure that your sexual health is as well balanced as your mental or physical health is of prime importance. Simply ensuring that you soak a couple of dates in milk overnight and then drink that milk in the morning can be beneficial for your stamina and maintenance.

Do you wash medjool dates before eating? ›

So keep in mind that you should wash it well before consuming dates so that you can safely eat it away from all kinds of contamination and germs.

Are dates good or bad carbs? ›

Given their high carb content, dates may raise concerns. But when eaten in moderation, dates can be part of a health-promoting diet when you're living with diabetes ( 2 , 3 ). A single dried date packs nearly 2 grams of fiber, or 8% of the Daily Value (DV) ( 1 , 2 ).

Are dates healthy or fattening? ›

Just two dried dates contain 110 calories. This makes them a great option for energy-dense trail mix, but less ideal for losing weight. If you are looking to shed pounds for health reasons, try other types of dried fruits that are rich in nutrients, but lower in calories than dried dates.

Are dates healthier than candy? ›

“Dates are particularly great as a complete sugar substitute because, unlike sugar, they have so many positive accompanying substances,” explains food author and nutrition expert Dagmar von Cramm, when we ask “are dates healthy?” They add the fruit is high in minerals like potassium, copper, and iron.

Are dates the healthiest sweetener? ›

In fact, dates scored the highest in antioxidant content compared to sweeteners like honey and maple syrup. More than honey?? Who would've guessed! Dates are a good source of vitamins and minerals, including potassium, magnesium, and vitamin B6.

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