Description
Delight in these simple and indulgent Date Snickers, featuring Medjool dates stuffed with peanut butter and crushed peanuts, then dipped in rich dark chocolate. Perfect as a sweet snack or bite-sized dessert, this no-bake treat combines creamy, crunchy, and chocolaty textures in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Dates and Filling
- 12 Medjool dates
- 1/4 cup peanut butter, divided
- 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts, divided
Chocolate Coating
- 4 ounces dark chocolate bar, cut into chunks
Instructions
- Prepare the Dates: Use a small sharp knife to cut a slit lengthwise in each Medjool date and carefully remove the pits, creating space for the filling.
- Fill the Dates: Spoon 1 teaspoon of peanut butter into each pitted date, then sprinkle 1 teaspoon of crushed roasted peanuts on top. Set the stuffed dates aside on a plate.
- Melt the Chocolate: Place the dark chocolate chunks in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well between each interval until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
- Dip the Dates in Chocolate: Insert a toothpick into each stuffed date for handling. Dip each date into the melted chocolate, using a spoon to coat completely. Let excess chocolate drip off before placing the date onto a parchment-lined tray.
- Add Toppings and Chill: Sprinkle the remaining chopped roasted peanuts over the chocolate-coated dates while the chocolate is still wet. Refrigerate the dates for about 10 minutes to allow the chocolate to set firmly.
Notes
- Storage: Keep the stuffed dates refrigerated for up to one month or freeze for up to six months for longer storage.
- For a smoother chocolate coating, ensure chocolate is fully melted and slightly cooled before dipping.
- Use roasted peanuts for extra flavor and crunch.
- For a nut-free option, substitute peanut butter and peanuts with seed butters and chopped seeds.
- Medjool dates are preferred for their large size and natural sweetness, but other soft dates can be used if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 date
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
