Date Snickers Recipe
These Date Snickers are a wholesome and delicious treat combining the natural sweetness of medjool dates with creamy peanut butter, crunchy roasted peanuts, and rich dark chocolate. Finished with a sprinkle of sea salt, they offer a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making them a perfect snack or dessert that satisfies sweet cravings without any refined sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 stuffed dates 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Filling:
- 12 medjool dates, pitted
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts
Coating:
- 100g dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- Sea salt flakes (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dates: Slice each medjool date lengthwise and carefully remove the pit to create a small pocket inside the date for filling.
- Fill with Peanut Butter: Spoon a small amount of creamy peanut butter into each date’s pocket, smoothing it evenly to fully coat the inside.
- Add Roasted Peanuts: Sprinkle chopped roasted peanuts over the peanut butter layer, pressing gently to ensure they stick and add crunch.
- Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate and coconut oil. Heat in 20-second intervals, stirring well after each until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
- Dip Dates in Chocolate: Using a fork, dip each stuffed date into the melted chocolate, coating it completely. Allow the excess chocolate to drip off before placing each date on a parchment-lined tray.
- Garnish with Sea Salt: While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle each dipped date lightly with sea salt flakes for enhanced flavor.
- Chill: Refrigerate the dates on the tray for 20-30 minutes or until the chocolate coating is firm and set.
- Serve: Enjoy your Date Snickers chilled or at room temperature as a nutritious and indulgent snack or dessert.
Notes
- Use high-quality medjool dates for natural sweetness and soft texture.
- Dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa offers a rich flavor with less sugar.
- Adjust the amount of peanut butter and peanuts based on preference for filling volume and crunch.
- The coconut oil ensures smooth melting and a glossy finish on the chocolate.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- For a nut-free version, substitute peanut butter and peanuts with sunflower seed butter and seeds.
Keywords: Date Snickers, stuffed dates, peanut butter snack, chocolate dipped dates, healthy dessert, no bake treats
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