Date Snickers Chocolate Treats
Indulge in the delightful Date Snickers Chocolate Treats, where creamy chocolate meets the natural sweetness of chewy Medjool dates. These delectable bites are filled with rich peanut butter, coated in luscious dark chocolate, and topped with crunchy peanuts and a hint of sea salt. Perfect for gatherings or a sweet snack at home, they offer an irresistible flavor combination that will leave everyone craving more. Easy to make and visually stunning, these treats are a homemade version of your favorite candy bar!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 treats 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 Medjool dates (pitted)
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/3 cup chopped peanuts
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Remove the pits from the Medjool dates and make sure they are open.
- Fill each date with a generous spoonful of peanut butter.
- Melt dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Dip each stuffed date into the melted chocolate until fully coated and place on parchment paper.
- Sprinkle chopped peanuts and sea salt on top while still warm.
- Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes to allow chocolate to set.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Date Snickers Chocolate Treat (35g)
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - Use fresh Medjool dates for optimal sweetness and texture. - For variety, try almond or cashew butter instead of peanut butter. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks.