Variations: Wholes (Pitted / Unpitted), Diced, Paste | Dates are the fruit of the date palm tree. Dried Dates are known to be high in fiber, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. Vegan, Gluten Free, Non-GMO. A stand-alone snack, or used in snack bars or balls. Used in baking cookies. A natural sweetener for smoothies, oatmeal, sauces, salad dressings and marinades. high invert sugar level, they're especially suited to chopping and cooking.