You could use prunes, figs or raisins, but perhaps soak them in water first to replicate how the dates turn 'mushy' when baked. The use of dates in this recipe is to help bind the mixture and add sweetness, so as long as your substitute is sticky and sweet, it should work fine. I hope that answers your question :-)
You could use prunes, figs or raisins, but perhaps soak them in water first to replicate how the dates turn 'mushy' when baked. The use of dates in this recipe is to help bind the mixture and add sweetness, so as long as your substitute is sticky and sweet, it should work fine. I hope that answers your question :-)