Date Snickers (Stuffed Dates Recipe)
Date Snickers are a healthier, vegan twist on a classic candy bar, made with Medjool dates, peanut butter, chopped nuts, dark chocolate, & flaky salt. This sweet, salty, crunchy snack is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth!
10 Servings
| Nutrition (1 serv.) | Amount | Nutrition (1 serv.) | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 130 kcal | Sugar | 19 g |
| Carbs | 23 g | Cholesterol | – |
| Protein | 2 g | Sodium | 14 mg |
| Fat | 5 g | Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 19 g | ||
| Cholesterol | – | ||
| Sodium | 14 mg | ||
| Fiber | 2 g |
Prep Time: 10 min Total Time: 25 min
Ingredients
10 Medjool dates
3 Tbsp peanut butter (or nut/seed butter of choice)
2 Tbsp chopped peanuts
½ cup dairy-free chocolate chips (or chunks)
2 tsp coconut oil (optional)
Flaky salt (for topping)
Instructions
You can watch the short video for visual instructions.First, line a small baking sheet, tray, or plate with parchment paper and set it aside.
Then, using a sharp knife, slice down the side of each date (but not all the way through) and remove the pit.
Fill each date with about a teaspoon of peanut butter (using a spoon or a piping bag) and a sprinkle of chopped peanuts.
Close the dates, securing them with a toothpick.
Next, melt the chocolate and coconut oil using a double-boiler or in a microwave-safe bowl in the microwave in 20-30-second intervals, stirring between.Alternatively, simply add a few chocolate chips to the filling.
Using the toothpick, dip each of the dates into the melted chocolate mixture, drip off excess, then place the chocolate-covered dates on the lined cookie sheet.
Decorate the stuffed dates with a drizzle of melted chocolate and sprinkle with flaky salt.
Finally, transfer the cookie sheet to the fridge (or freezer) to allow the chocolate to set. Enjoy!