Stilton Date Dip
Indulge in the luxurious blend of sweet and savory with this Stilton Date Dip — a perfect centerpiece for your next appetizer spread! Featuring the bold, tangy richness of Stilton cheese balanced with the natural sweetness of Medjool dates and a drizzle of honey, this creamy dip offers layers of flavor in every bite. Infused with fresh thyme and a hint of cracked black pepper, it exudes a gourmet flair while remaining incredibly easy to prepare in just 15 minutes. Serve it with crisp crackers, slices of baguette, or crunchy vegetables for a versatile crowd-pleaser. Don’t forget the optional garnish of chopped walnuts for a delightful crunch! Whether for a holiday gathering or an elegant cocktail party, this irresistible dip is guaranteed to impress your guests.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 150 grams Stilton cheese
- 6 pieces Medjool dates (pitted)
- 100 grams Cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Cracked black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Walnuts (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring the Stilton cheese and cream cheese to room temperature for easier mixing.
Chop the pitted Medjool dates into small pieces and set them aside.
In a medium mixing bowl, use a fork or hand mixer to blend the Stilton cheese and cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
Add the heavy cream, honey, thyme leaves, salt, and cracked black pepper to the cheese mixture. Mix well to incorporate all the flavors.
Gently fold in the chopped dates, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dip.
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. For an optional garnish, sprinkle with chopped walnuts and a few extra thyme leaves.
Serve immediately with crackers, sliced baguette, or fresh vegetables. Alternatively, refrigerate for up to 1 day and bring to room temperature before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
389 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.8 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.8 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 73 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 483 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.2 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.5 g | ||
| Protein | 11.5 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 250 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 338 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
