Description

Wanan Dates – Dubai Nuts

Wanan dates are a premium, soft date variety known for their mildly sweet flavor with hints of cinnamon, long cone shape, and dark wrinkled skin that practically melts in the mouth.

Wanan Dates

Characteristics and Flavor:
Wanan dates are a distinct variety, often considered a delicacy in Arab countries.
Appearance: They have a characteristic long, cone shape and dark, wrinkled skin. They are also notably large, similar in size to Medjool dates.
Texture: Wanan dates are praised for their extremely soft flesh and luscious texture, which reviewers note “literally melts in the mouth”.
Taste and Aroma: They offer a unique, mildly sweet, and intensely satisfying flavor profile, sometimes described as having a gently spicy aroma with a distinct note of cinnamon or reminiscent of brown sugar.

Health Benefits:
Like other dates, Wanan dates are a natural superfood packed with essential nutrients, free from sodium, cholesterol, and fats.
Energy: They provide quick energy through natural sugars like fructose and glucose, making them a great snack for athletes or students.
Digestion: Their high fiber content (around 7g per 100g serving) supports healthy digestion and can help prevent constipation.
Minerals: Wanan dates are a rich source of essential minerals, including potassium, magnesium, iron, and copper, which are important for muscle function, nerve health, and immune support.
Antioxidants: They contain various antioxidants, such as polyphenols, which help protect cells from damage and may lower the risk of chronic diseases.

Culinary Uses:
Wanan dates can be enjoyed on their own as a healthy snack or used in a variety of culinary applications.
Stuffed Dates: Their soft, luscious flesh makes them an ideal candidate for stuffing with various fillings such as almonds, walnuts, pistachios, or candied orange peel/ginger to create a gourmet treat.
Snacks and Desserts: They can be enjoyed as a natural, healthy alternative to refined sugar in vegan desserts, or as a complement to a morning coffee.
Cooking And Baking: The dates can be made into a date paste or jam to be used as a sweetener in recipes, smoothies, or oatmeal.