Saed News: Ranginak is one of the traditional Iranian desserts, which is now mostly enjoyed as a snack or afternoon treat. Stay with us to see the complete, step-by-step guide to preparing Ranginak.
Saed News Family Magazine: What do you serve with your tea or herbal infusions? Sugar cubes, dried dates, or chocolate? If you're looking for a healthier alternative, we recommend making Ranginak with dates. This delicious dessert has a warm nature and is packed with nutrients. For those who enjoy saffron halva, Ranginak is a new and excellent alternative.
Date Ranginak is perfect for cold seasons, Ramadan, and pre/post-workout consumption. In this article, we’ll introduce two different Date Ranginak recipes.
Ranginak is prepared similarly to halva and can be made quickly at home. The simplest version is Date Ranginak Balls, which do not require any special molds.
Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
Wheat flour | 2 cups |
Butter | 200 g |
Dates | 450 g |
Walnuts | 80 g |
Ground cinnamon | ½ tsp |
Ground cardamom | ½ tsp |
Oil | As needed |
Peel the dates, slice them open, and remove the pits. Place a piece of walnut inside each date and close it.
Melt the butter in a pan over low heat.
Add some oil to the melted butter. Sift the wheat flour and add it to the butter. Stir over low heat to remove the raw taste. The mixture will turn a caramel-like color.
Turn off the heat and let it cool slightly. Add cinnamon and cardamom, then mix well.
Add the dates to the mixture. Mash everything using a meat tenderizer or masher until smooth.
Take a small portion of the mixture and roll it into a tiny ball. Insert a piece of walnut inside and shape it into a round ball again.
Roll the balls in coconut powder or sesame seeds for extra flavor. Serve and enjoy!
If you're looking for a delicious Ramadan dessert to pair with honey halva, try making Date Ranginak with Tahini. This version can be molded for a more elegant presentation. If you don’t have a mold, simply spread the mixture in a flat dish and cut it into shapes.
Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
White flour or wheat flour | 75 g |
Chickpea flour | 75 g |
Butter or solid oil | 100 g |
Powdered sugar | 2 tbsp |
Ground cinnamon | 1 tsp |
Ground cardamom | 1 tsp |
Sesame tahini | ¼ cup |
Dates or fresh dates | 150 g |
Walnuts | 100 g |
Sift both flours and toast them lightly over low heat. Once the color changes slightly, add butter and mix well until fully incorporated.
Sift the powdered sugar to remove any lumps, then add it to the flour and butter mixture. Stir in cinnamon, cardamom, and finally, tahini.
Peel and pit the dates, then mix them with chopped walnuts.
Let the mixture cool to a lukewarm temperature. Spread half of the flour mixture into a mold and press firmly.
Add a layer of dates and walnuts on top, then cover with the remaining flour mixture.
Place the mold in the refrigerator for 1 hour until set. Your Ranginak with Tahini is now ready to serve. Enjoy!
✅ The best flour for Ranginak is whole wheat flour.
✅ Add pistachios and extra cinnamon for a richer flavor.
✅ Use silicone molds to prevent sticking.
✅ If your dates are too firm, soak them in warm water before using.
✅ For extra nutrition, mix in peanut butter.
✅ If using molds, ensure the mixture is warm but not hot or cold when pressing.
Date Ranginak is a delicious and nutritious dessert that pairs well with tea, herbal infusions, or on its own. Since it contains no added sugar, it is healthier than other desserts. This simple recipe takes less than one hour to prepare. If you need an energy-boosting snack before or after exercise, Date Ranginak is an excellent choice. Enjoy!😊
