Date Snickers Recipe

Introduction

If you love Snickers bars but want a healthier twist, these Date Snickers are a perfect treat. Made with Medjool dates, nut butter, peanuts, and a touch of chocolate, they come together quickly and satisfy your sweet and salty cravings in just a few bites.

Ingredients

• 9 squishy Medjool dates
• 3 tablespoons peanut butter (or other nut butter)
• 2 tablespoons chopped peanuts
• ¼ cup dark chocolate chips
• Flaky sea salt (optional topping)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Use your fingers or a knife to carefully split each date in half and remove the pit. Arrange the date halves cut-side up on a plate or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
2. Step 2: Spread about ½ teaspoon of nut butter on the center of each date half. Then sprinkle chopped peanuts on top to add a crunchy texture.
3. Step 3: Melt the chocolate chips using a double boiler or microwave. For a double boiler, bring an inch of water to a boil in a small saucepan, cover with a heat-safe bowl, add chocolate chips, and stir until melted. Alternatively, microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each.
4. Step 4: Drizzle the melted chocolate over each date half—only the tops need coating since the dates are already sweet. While the chocolate is still warm, sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt to enhance the flavor. Place the plate in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes to let the chocolate harden.

Tips & Variations

• For a nut-free option, swap peanuts and peanut butter with sunflower seeds and sunflower seed butter.
• If melted chocolate is too thick, add a small amount of coconut oil to thin it out, but keep the treats chilled to prevent softening.
• Try different nut butters like almond or cashew for varied flavors.
• Rice cereal can add crunch if you want to avoid nuts altogether.

Storage

Because these ingredients are shelf-stable, Date Snickers can be stored at room temperature for several days without melting, making them great for parties. For best texture and flavor, store them in an airtight container in the fridge, where they will keep well for up to a month. Reheat is not necessary—just enjoy chilled for a crisp chocolate topping.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Do I have to use peanuts?

No, you can substitute peanuts with other nuts like almonds or cashews, or use seeds such as sunflower seeds along with the appropriate nut or seed butter for a nut-free option.

How long do Date Snickers last?

These treats last at least a week at room temperature thanks to their shelf-stable ingredients, and even longer—up to a month—if stored in the refrigerator.

Date Snickers Recipe

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These Date Snickers are a healthy and delicious twist on the classic candy bar, featuring Medjool dates stuffed with nut butter, crunchy peanuts, and topped with melted dark chocolate and flaky sea salt. Perfect as a quick, no-bake dessert or snack that comes together in minutes and tastes absolutely irresistible.

• Author: liam
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Yield: 18 date halves (9 servings) 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Ingredients

• 9 squishy Medjool dates
• 3 tablespoons peanut butter (or other nut butter)
• 2 tablespoons chopped peanuts
• ¼ cup dark chocolate chips
• Flaky sea salt (optional topping)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Dates: Use your fingers or a knife to split each Medjool date in half lengthwise and carefully remove the pit in the center. Arrange the halved dates cut-side up on a plate or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
2. Add Nut Butter and Peanuts: Spread about ½ teaspoon of peanut butter evenly on the inside of each date half. Then sprinkle chopped peanuts on top of the nut butter to add a satisfying crunch.
3. Melt the Chocolate: Place ¼ cup of dark chocolate chips in a heat-safe bowl. Melt them using a double boiler method: fill a small saucepan with an inch of water, bring to a boil on the stovetop, then cover the saucepan with the bowl containing chocolate chips. Stir often until smooth. Alternatively, melt in the microwave using 30-second intervals, stirring between each.
4. Top with Chocolate and Salt: Spoon the melted chocolate over the nut butter and peanuts on each date half, drizzling it on top without fully covering the whole date, allowing the natural sweetness to shine. While chocolate is still warm, sprinkle flaky sea salt over each piece for a delightful sweet and salty contrast.
5. Set Chocolate: Place the tray or plate in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes to let the chocolate harden. Once the chocolate is firm, the Date Snickers are ready to enjoy.

Notes

• Nutrition information is based on two stuffed date halves (one serving), assuming 18 halves from 9 dates. Values are estimates using generic ingredients.
• If you prefer nut-free or different nuts, substitute peanuts and peanut butter with alternatives like almonds, cashews, pistachios, sunflower seeds, or sunflower seed butter.
• If melted chocolate is too thick to drizzle, add a small amount of coconut oil to thin it out but keep these refrigerated to maintain firmness.
• Store Date Snickers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or refrigerated for up to a month.

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