Marzipan Stuffed Dates

Stuffed dates are a wonderful addition to the holiday appetizer or dessert tray. If you are a marzipan lover as I am, these are for you!

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 24
• Yields: 24 stuffed dates

Ingredients

• 24  large  medjool dates
• 6  ounces marzipan
•  rose water (optional) or   orange blossom water (optional)
• 24  walnut halves, lightly toasted

Directions

1. Make a horizontal slit in each date (do not cut all the way through) and remove the pits.
2. Knead marzipan with a few drops of rosewater or orange blossom water, if using.
3. Stuff each date with marzipan, and top with a walnut half.
4. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.