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Date Snickers Bites Recipe

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  • Author: Sophia
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Date Snickers Recipe is a delightful no-bake treat featuring Medjool dates stuffed with smooth peanut butter, topped with crunchy salted peanuts, and drizzled with rich dark chocolate. Perfect for a quick, healthy snack or a sweet indulgence without the fuss of baking.

Ingredients

Dates and Filling

  • 6 Medjool dates, pitted
  • 6 tsp smooth peanut butter

Toppings

  • 20g salted peanuts, chopped
  • 60g dark chocolate, melted

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dates: Remove the stones from the Medjool dates carefully, making sure to keep them intact enough to hold the filling. Press each pitted date into round silicone cupcake moulds to create a stable base.
  2. Add the Peanut Butter: Spoon 1 teaspoon of smooth peanut butter into the cavity of each pressed date, evenly distributing this delicious filling among all six dates.
  3. Sprinkle Salted Peanuts: Lightly scatter chopped salted peanuts over the peanut butter layer on each date for added crunch and flavor contrast.
  4. Drizzle with Dark Chocolate: Melt the dark chocolate until smooth, then drizzle it generously over each filled and topped date, covering them lightly to create a luscious chocolate finish.
  5. Freeze the Treats: Place the silicone moulds in the freezer and allow the Date Snickers to firm up for about an hour. This step helps the chocolate set and the flavors meld together nicely.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Remove the Date Snickers from the freezer, pop them out of the silicone moulds, and serve immediately for a sweet, satisfying snack.

Notes

  • Use Medjool dates for their natural sweetness and soft texture, which work perfectly with the fillings.
  • If you prefer, substitute peanut butter with almond or cashew butter for a different nutty flavor.
  • Dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa is recommended for a rich taste and less sugar content.
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer to keep them firm and fresh.
  • For a vegan version, ensure the chocolate and peanut butter used contain no animal products.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Snacks
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://sophiasrecipe.com/date-snickers-bites-recipe/