MEDJOOL DATES 500g (Choice grade)

Known as the ‘king of dates,’ our Medjool Dadels are grown in the sun-drenched valleys near Keimoes along the Orange River — one of the most naturally fertile date-growing regions in Southern Africa. Plump, caramel-sweet, and irresistibly soft, these large premium dates are harvested at peak ripeness and carefully dried to lock in every drop of natural flavour.

Whether you enjoy them straight from the bag as a satisfying padkos snack, blend them into energy balls, or press them into a sticky date pudding for a weekend braai dessert, Medjool dates deliver pure, natural sweetness without a single additive. The 5kg bulk option is ideal for bakers, health food enthusiasts, or anyone building the ultimate South African gift hamper.

Nutritional Highlights (per 100g)

Health Benefits

• Natural energy boost — high natural sugars, ideal pre-exercise snack without the sugar crash
• Digestive health — nearly 7g dietary fibre per 100g supports regular digestion
• Heart and muscle health — excellent potassium (696mg) and magnesium source
• Antioxidant-rich — flavonoids, carotenoids and phenolic acid reduce inflammation

Goes Well With

• Keimoes Padstal Pecan Nuts — the classic dates-and-pecans trail mix
• Keimoes Padstal Almonds — for a nutritious energy mix
• Keimoes Padstal Rooibos Tea — a quintessentially South African afternoon treat
• Cream cheese or blue cheese — for an elegant entertaining platter

Best For

• Padkos and road trip snacking — no mess, no fridge needed
• Baking — sticky date pudding, date loaf, energy balls, bliss balls
• Gift hampers — premium product with wow factor