This is not your typical yoghurt bowl – it contains the goodness of caramelised dates, cinnamon, olive oil and sea salt! Check out the full recipe below. Tired of cycling through the same breakfast options every morning? It might be time to shake things up with a recipe that's a little unconventional but surprisingly delicious. Combining caramelised dates, creamy Greek yoghurt, warm cinnamon, olive oil and a touch of sea salt, this sweet-and-savoury bowl may sound like an unusual pairing at first. But trust us – the flavours come together beautifully, creating a breakfast that feels indulgent while still relying on wholesome, nutrient-rich ingredients.Caramelised dates and Greek yoghurt makes for a delicious combination! (Instagram)Also Read | Want to improve gut health? Try this gastroenterologist-approved, fibre-packed homemade strawberry chia seed jam recipeDr Joseph Salhab, a Florida-based gastroenterologist and health content creator who specialises in digestive, liver, pancreas and nutrition health, has shared a simple yet nourishing breakfast recipe that combines the natural sweetness of dates with the warmth of cinnamon and the protein-rich goodness of Greek yoghurt. In an Instagram video shared on June 3, the gastroenterologist states, “Try this when you want something sweet, creamy, salty, and decadent without making a complicated dessert. It may sound like a weird combination, but caramelised dates, cinnamon, Greek yoghurt, olive oil, and sea salt are actually really good together.”Check out the full recipe below!Ingredients¾ to 1 cup Greek yoghurt3 to 4 soft dates, sliced½ to 1 teaspoon cinnamon1 teaspoon honey or olive oil for caramelizing½ teaspoon olive oil for drizzling on topExtra cinnamon on topOptional: flaky sea saltMethodSlice the dates into small pieces so they soften and caramelise evenly.Add a drizzle of honey or olive oil to a small pan and place it over low to medium heat.Once the pan is warm, add the sliced dates and stir gently to coat them.Cook for two to three minutes, stirring occasionally, until the dates become soft, glossy, and lightly caramelised.Be careful not to burn them – keep the heat gentle and steady throughout.Meanwhile, add Greek yogurt to a serving bowl and spread it out to form the base.Spoon the warm caramelised dates over the yoghurt.Sprinkle with a little cinnamon for extra flavour.Finish with a light drizzle of olive oil.If desired, add a pinch of flaky sea salt for a delicious sweet-and-salty contrast.Serve immediately and enjoy.What makes it great?Easy dessert idea which also doubles as a healthy snack recipe.Works great with Greek yoghurt bowls.Perfect snack for when you crave something sweet, creamy, salty, and decadent without making a complicated dessert.Goodness of dietary fibre, natural sugars, and potent antioxidants from dates, that provide a sustainable energy boost, improve digestion, and support brain and bone health.Cinnamon is rich in antioxidants and helps regulate blood sugar, lowers inflammation, and supports heart health.A quick and easy breakfast option.A healthy dessert swap.Easy recipe using simple ingredients.Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only. It is based on user-generated content from social media. HT.com has not independently verified the claims and does not endorse them.Eshana Saha is a fresh face in lifestyle and cultural journalism, bringing a refined, multidisciplinary perspective to the intersection of entertainment, fashion and holistic wellbeing. With less than a year of professional experience, she has quickly adapted to high-pressure editorial environments and currently works full-time with HT Media. Prior to this, she interned for nearly six months with Hindustan Times’ entertainment and lifestyle vertical, where she gained hands-on experience in digital reporting, trend analysis and editorial storytelling.