Date Facts
What fruit is the main ingredient?
Dates
Name one country that grows dates today.
Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Iran, Algeria, Iraq, or the United States
Do we bake these energy bites?
No
Are dates naturally sweet?
Yes
Where did dates first grow?
Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq)
During what holiday or month do many Muslims traditionally eat dates to break their fast?
Ramadan
What appliance do we use to mix the ingredients?
A food processor
What grain do we add to the recipe?
Oats
What kind of tree do dates grow on?
Date palm
Why were dates important to people traveling in the desert?
They provided lots of natural energy.
What optional ingredient can we roll the bites in?
Coconut
Name one healthy nutrient found in dates.
Fiber, potassium, or antioxidants