Date Snickers
Indulge in the irresistible sweetness of homemade Date Snickers! These delightful treats combine the rich taste of Medjool dates with creamy peanut butter, a luscious dark chocolate coating, and a crunchy nut topping. Perfect for snack time or gatherings, they offer a healthier alternative to traditional candy bars while satisfying your sweet tooth. Simple to make and utterly delicious, Date Snickers will leave everyone clamoring for more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 Medjool dates, pitted
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/3 cup chopped walnuts or almonds
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare the dates: Slice each date lengthwise and remove the pit without cutting them completely in half.
- Fill each date generously with peanut butter.
- Melt the dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals until smooth, stirring between intervals.
- Dip each stuffed date into melted chocolate until fully coated and allow excess to drip off.
- While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle chopped nuts and a pinch of sea salt on top.
- Place the coated dates on parchment paper and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until chocolate hardens.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, experiment by incorporating coconut flakes or using different nut butters like almond or cashew. Store leftover Date Snickers in an airtight container in the fridge for optimal freshness.