Date butter, a popular viral Ramadhan food in Malaysia, is a combination of dates filled with pure butter in the middle.
Provides instant energy but is high in calories so it is suitable to be consumed in small quantities when breaking the fast. Visit the official portal of the Ministry of Health’s Nutrition Department for information on healthy eating at
This menu combines instant energy from the simple sugars of dates with healthy fats from butter. To get the best taste and health benefits, be sure to use clarified butter instead of margarine.
This recipe is very easy, fast and most importantly filling.
What are the benefits of date butter?
See more info below.
What is Date Butter?
Butter dates are dates filled with butter and eaten as a direct source of energy when breaking the fast.
This combination went viral because it provides a unique balance of flavors; sweet caramel from dates and salted fat (gentle) butter.
Viral Date Butter Recipe
The way to make date butter is very simple. See the methods below:
- The dates are split and the seeds removed
- Put butter in the middle
- If you want it delicious, add crunchy almonds/nuts!
The aim is to provide quick energy when breaking the fast before eating a heavy meal.
Are Butter Dates Sunnah of the Prophet?
Yes. Based on the hadith of Sunan Abu Daud and Ibn Majah, the Prophet SAW once ate dates with butter.
According to sources from Maktabah Al-Bakri, tamar (dried dates) and butter were indeed the Prophet’s favorites!
From Abdullah bin Busr and Atiyyah bin Busr said:
The Messenger of God, may God bless him and grant him peace, entered us and offered us butter and dates. He loves butter and dates.
“The Messenger of Allah came into our house. Then we prepared butter and dates. He likes butter and dates.” – (HR. Abu Daud and Ibn Majah)
In sharing on the Mufti WP website (IRSYAD HUKUM SPECIAL RAMADAN EDITION SERIES 259: SUNNAH BUTTER DATE FOOD?), Mufti WP wrote:
Every food and nutrition of the Prophet SAW is something that refers to the morals of the Prophet SAW as a human and is included in the broad category of Sunnah Ghayr Tasyriʻiyyah.
One of the sunnahs of the Prophet SAW is eating healthy food. Dates and butter are foods that the Prophet SAW ate.
However, perhaps the properties of butter during the time of the Prophet SAW were slightly different from those on the market today.
Whoever eats dates and butter with the intention of following the Prophet SAW, he will be rewarded because of his love for the Prophet SAW.
Calories & Benefits of Date Butter
How many calories are dates + butter?
If you compare the value of this date butter with the calories of white rice, it is almost the same as 1 tablespoon of rice!
Following are the calories for one date + butter based on information shared by the Kedah State Nutrition Information Center):
- 1 portion of dates (3 medium sized pieces 30g) = 90 kcal
- 1 teaspoon butter / butter = 50 kcal
- 1 tablespoon butter / shortening = 100 kcal
Amount if taken together (3 seeds) = 140 kcal – 190 kcal.
The combination of dates and butter really helps provide the energy you need.
However, it should be noted that intake must also be in moderation and not excessive, especially given the lifestyle of the Malaysian people, who are mostly less active.
Recommendations for Dates + Butter Foods (KKM)
Based on the Malaysian Ministry of Health’s healthy eating recommendations, foods high in sugar and fat can still be consumed during Ramadan but the quantity and frequency need to be controlled.
Date butter is included in the energy-dense food category because it contains natural sugar (dates) and fat (butter). Therefore it is suitable as an energy appetizer, not the main dish to break the fast.
What is the Recommended Serving Size of Dates + Butter?
- Limit to 1-3 seeds per meal.
- One date with a spoonful of clarified butter provides enough energy to start breaking the fast.
- Make sure you use Pure Butter (contains natural milk fat) not margarine or butter mixture which is high in Trans Fat.
- Eat with water first. Do not combine with sweet drinks.
- Calories: 1 date (~20-30 kcal) + 1 teaspoon butter (~35 kcal) = 55-65 kcal per seed.
To make this meal more balanced according to the food pyramid, you can add elements of fiber and protein:
- Toasted Nuts: Place almonds, cashews, or pistachios in the center of the butter. It adds unsaturated fats and fiber that help slow sugar absorption.
- Seeds: Sprinkle in some chia seeds or flax seeds for a boost of omega-3s.
Effects of Date Butter If You Eat Too Much
Here are the main effects if you consume too much date butter:
- Calorie Spike (Weight Gain)
- Saturated Fat Accumulation (Cholesterol Risk)
- Blood Sugar Irregularities (Insulin Spikes)
- Digestive System Disorders
Who Should Be Careful?
The following people should limit their intake:
- Diabetes
- Excess weight
- High cholesterol
- Easily sleepy after breaking the fast
You can eat like this, but don’t eat too much. 1-2 seeds are enough.
Tips for consuming when breaking the fast & Sahur
Breaking Time:
- Start with 1 piece of date butter and a glass of plain water. It provides instant energy to the brain and muscles without overloading the digestive system.
Sahur time:
- Date butter can help keep you feeling full longer (full) because its fat content delays stomach emptying. However, make sure it is consumed with other sources of complex carbohydrates (such as oats or brown rice).
Summary of Butter Intake Dates
| Things | Healthy Recommendations | Risks if Excessive |
| Number | 1 – 3 seeds | Calorie spike & weight gain |
| Types of Fat | Pure Butter (SCS, Anchor, etc) | Trans fats (in margarine) clog blood vessels |
| Date Type | Natural dates (no added sugar/syrup) | Sugar-coated dates increase the risk of diabetes |
| Frequency | Once a day (fast breaking/sahur) | Repeated intake increases saturated fat |
In short, butter dates are suitable as instant energy but should be limited to 1–3 seeds.
Further information
For further information and the latest information regarding healthy eating patterns, please visit the official portal of the Ministry of Health’s Nutrition Section for information on healthy eating patterns at
Viral Butter Date FAQ
A simple dish that combines dates (instant glucose/energy) with clarified butter (healthy fat) for a balance of sweet and fatty.
The best types of dates are dates that are thick, chewy and not too soft, for example: Mariami Dates, Ajwa Dates, Medjool Dates
One butter date contains about 55 to 65 calories. Three buttered dates are equivalent to 140 – 190 calories, almost the same as one spoonful of white rice.
Pure butter contains natural milk fat which is healthier, while margarine contains trans fat which has a high risk of heart disease.
Not recommended. Margarine is made from hydrogenated vegetable oils and is high in trans fats. The combination of dates with margarine is not only unpleasant (the oily taste is strong), but it is also unhealthy for the heart. Make sure you use Pure Butter.
Yes, but in limited quantities (only 1-2 pieces). The fat from pure butter helps provide a feeling of satiety (full) for longer, but the calories in butter are relatively high. Make sure not to consume too much to avoid excess daily calories.
After preparation, store the date butter in an airtight container and refrigerate. This aims to keep the butter solid and not melt. Can last for 1 to 2 weeks if stored properly.
Yes. There is a history in the Hadith of Sunan Abi Dawud and Ibnu Majah which states that Abdullah bin Busr and his brother saw the Prophet SAW eating dates with milk butter (Al-Zubdah). So practicing it with the intention of following the Sunnah is recommended.
The addition of sea salt aims to enhance the taste of the sweet fat, while nuts such as almonds or pistachios provide a crunchy texture that balances the softness of the dates and butter.
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