{"product_id":"chopped-dates","title":"Chopped Dates","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChopped Dates\u003c\/strong\u003e are dried dates already stoned and cut into small pieces, so they are ready to tip straight into the mixing bowl, the porridge pan or the granola tray – no stoning, no sticky chopping. Soft, sweet and caramel-rich, they are the baker’s everyday date. Choose a \u003cstrong\u003e1kg bag\u003c\/strong\u003e or the \u003cstrong\u003e10kg bulk pack (10 × 1kg)\u003c\/strong\u003e from the options above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBake them into date loaf, flapjacks, cookies, scones, muffins and fruit cake, soak them for sticky toffee pudding, stir them into porridge, muesli and yoghurt, blend them into energy balls and smoothies, or add them to tagines, pilafs, stuffings and salads.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChoose your size\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePack\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTotal\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGood for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e1kg bag\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHome baking, porridge and granola\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e10kg bulk pack\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10kg (10 × 1kg bags)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBakeries, cafes, caterers and batch cooking – best price per kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chopped dates are a natural product, so the size of the pieces, colour and softness vary slightly from bag to bag.\u003ch2\u003eWays to use chopped dates\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBaking\u003c\/strong\u003e – Fold into date loaf, flapjacks, cookies, scones, muffins, fruit cake and Christmas cake – toss them in a little flour first so they spread evenly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSticky toffee pudding\u003c\/strong\u003e – Soak the pieces in hot water or tea for 10 minutes, mash lightly and fold into the batter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBreakfast\u003c\/strong\u003e – Stir into porridge, overnight oats, muesli, granola and yoghurt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnergy balls \u0026amp; bars\u003c\/strong\u003e – Blend with oats, nuts, seeds and cocoa and press into balls or bars – the dates bind the mix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSavoury\u003c\/strong\u003e – Add to tagines, pilafs, couscous, stuffings, chutneys and grain salads for a sweet contrast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSnacking\u003c\/strong\u003e – Mix with nuts and seeds for a quick trail mix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAre the dates stoned?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes – chopped dates are pitted before cutting. As with all pitted dates, the occasional stone fragment can slip through, so please take care.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo the pieces stick together?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChopped dates are usually dusted with a little rice flour to keep them free-flowing (see the pack label). If a bag has compressed in transit, break the pieces up by hand or toss them in a spoonful of flour before baking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich size should I choose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 1kg bag suits home baking. The 10kg pack is 10 × 1kg bags – for bakeries, cafes, caterers, mosques and anyone cooking in bulk, at the best price per kg. Unopened bags keep for months in a cool cupboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I use them instead of whole dates?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes – they are the same dried dates, already stoned and cut, so weigh out the same amount the recipe asks for.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the best before date?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is printed on the pack. If you need a particular date, please contact us before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow is it delivered?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTracked UK delivery – free on orders over £45. Carefully packed and sent as a tracked parcel.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sara","offers":[{"title":"1kg","offer_id":64110838186314,"sku":"237144135568-1kg","price":3.29,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10kg","offer_id":64110838219082,"sku":"237144135568-10kg","price":29.29,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1085\/8630\/3818\/files\/s-l1600_4d0d98de-f657-4f5f-98ae-0acb50f85193.jpg?v=1793049534","url":"https:\/\/levarafoods.com\/products\/chopped-dates","provider":"Levara Foods","version":"1.0","type":"link"}