Chocolate Peanut Butter Stuffed Dates - Snickers Style!
Indulge in these decadent, gluten-free Chocolate Peanut Butter Stuffed Dates! They're a perfect blend of sweet Medjool dates and creamy peanut butter, coated in rich melted chocolate. Reminiscent of a Snickers bar, this chocolate date bark is a healthier alternative for satisfying your sweet cravings.
Servings: 12
Calories: 229kcal
Cost: 12
Equipment
- Double boiler or small pot and heatproof bowl
- Tray lined with parchment paper
- Refrigerator
Ingredients
- 12 Medjool dates
- ½ cup natural peanut butter
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- ¼ cup crushed peanuts or walnuts
- A pinch of sea salt optional
- Toothpicks
Instructions
- Prepare and Stuff Dates: Carefully slice each date lengthwise to remove the pit, ensuring not to cut all the way through. Stuff each date with about a teaspoon of natural peanut butter.
- Melt Chocolate Using Double Boiler: Fill a small pot with water and bring to a simmer. Place chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl and set it over the pot, making sure the bowl doesn’t touch the water. Stir until the chocolate melts and becomes smooth.
- Dip Dates and Add Toppings: Secure each peanut butter-stuffed date with a toothpick. Dip into the melted chocolate, ensuring complete coverage. Sprinkle immediately with crushed peanuts or walnuts and a pinch of sea salt, if desired.
- Chill to Set: Place the chocolate-coated dates on a tray lined with parchment paper. Refrigerate for about 1 hour or until the chocolate is firm.
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Notes
Alternative Chocolate Coating: Have cacao powder instead of chocolate chips? Mix equal parts of coconut oil and cacao powder with a sweetener of your choice to taste. Gently melt this mixture over a double boiler and use it as a chocolate coating.
*For a faster set, place the dates in the freezer for 15-20 minutes.
*After removing from the refrigerator or freezer, let it sit at room temperature for a few moments to allow it to soften before diving in if you like a softer candy bar bite!
Nutrition
Calories: 229kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 0.1mg | Sodium: 19mg | Potassium: 345mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 37IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 69mg | Iron: 1mg