Stuffed Date Snickers (Print version)

Sweet Medjool dates filled with nut butter, crunchy peanuts, and coated in dark chocolate for a guilt-free candy bar alternative.

# What you'll need:

→ Dates & Filling

01 - 12 large Medjool dates, pitted
02 - 6 tbsp natural peanut butter or almond butter
03 - 3 tbsp roasted peanuts, roughly chopped

→ Chocolate Coating

04 - 5 oz dark chocolate (70% or higher), chopped
05 - 1 tsp coconut oil (optional, for smoother coating)

→ Topping

06 - Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling

# Method:

01 - Slice the Medjool dates open lengthwise on one side and remove the pits. Gently open each date without separating completely, creating a pocket for the filling.
02 - Fill each date with ½ tablespoon of peanut butter, then sprinkle chopped roasted peanuts inside for added crunch. Close the dates around the filling and set aside.
03 - Melt the dark chocolate with the coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second bursts, stirring in between, or over a double boiler until smooth.
04 - Using a fork, dip each stuffed date into the melted chocolate, allowing excess chocolate to drip off. Place the coated dates on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
05 - Sprinkle with flaky sea salt while the chocolate is still wet, if desired.
06 - Chill the dates in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes, or until the chocolate is completely set. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • They satisfy that intense candy bar craving while using whole ingredients you can actually pronounce
  • The no-bake situation means you can make them in your pajamas without heating up the kitchen
02 -
  • The chocolate will seize if even a single drop of water gets into it so make absolutely sure your bowl and spoon are bone dry
  • Room temperature dates are significantly easier to slice and stuff than cold ones from the fridge
03 -
  • Wear latex gloves when coating the dates to avoid getting chocolate fingerprints all over everything
  • If your chocolate is too thick for dipping add another teaspoon of coconut oil until it flows freely

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