Medjool Date Syrup

I have been looking for a way to make a syrup from medjool dates, but wasn't quite sure how to go about it.  Enter the lovely Ashlae at Oh Ladycakes.  This is a lovely simple recipe that I modified only slightly.  This syrup is so delicious I dare you not to eat it with a spoon!

What you need:
8-9 medjool dates
1 1/4 cups warm water
1 1/2 tsp lemon juice

Place the dates in the warm water and allow to soak for 30 minutes*

Place dates, water, and lemon juice in your blender and blend until smooth.  Transfer to an air tight container and store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Makes a little more than a cup.

*modification, recipe originally called for dates to be soaked in separate water and then drained and added to the blender with new water, but I found that for baking purposes you may want a little extra sweetness.

This syrup can be used for anything really yogurt, oatmeal, waffles and pancakes, or in baked goods.  Be aware that when substituting a wet sugar for a dry one you may need to add more flour to balance it out.

Try adding in vanilla or cinnamon or nutmeg or all of the above!!!!