Servings: 20 to 24

8 oz cream cheese, softened 8 oz cream cheese, softened
Zest and juice of 1 orange Zest and juice of 1 orange
3 tbsp finely chopped pecans 3 tbsp finely chopped pecans
1 tbsp powered sugar 1 tbsp powered sugar
20 to 24 large Medjool dates, pits removed, slit open. 20 to 24 large Medjool dates, pits removed, slit open.
 
Garnish: subheading: Garnish:
Grated zest of 1 orange Grated zest of 1 orange
2 tbsp finely chopped pecans 2 tbsp finely chopped pecans

In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, orange zest and juice, pecans, and powdered sugar.
With a pastry bag or with a small spoon, fill each date with about 1 tsp of cream cheese filling. Place on a serving platter and chill until ready to serve. This can be made several hours ahead. Sprinkle with grated zest and chopped pecans.

Makes: 20-24. Active: 30 minutes. Total: 30 minutes. Total: 25 minutes.  Makes: 20 to 24. Active: 30 minutes. Total: 30 minutes. Total: 25 minutes.