Date Snickers (Only 5 Ingredients!) Recipe
Introduction
Date Snickers are a simple, delicious treat made with just five ingredients. These bite-sized snacks combine sweet dates, creamy peanut butter, crunchy peanuts, and rich chocolate for a satisfying homemade candy. They’re perfect for a quick dessert or an energy boost.
Ingredients
- 20 Medjool dates
- ½ cup peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons roasted peanuts
- 1 ¼ cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
- ½ teaspoon avocado or coconut oil (optional, helps chocolate fluidity)
- Flaky sea salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Line a plate or small baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: Using a small paring knife, make a lengthwise slit in each date about halfway down, taking care not to cut all the way through. Pry the date open slightly and remove the pit.
- Step 3: Fill each date with about ½ tablespoon of peanut butter. Top the peanut butter with several roasted peanuts. Place the filled dates on the lined plate and freeze until solid, at least one hour.
- Step 4: Melt the chocolate chips or chopped chocolate in a double boiler over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally. Add the optional oil to help thin the chocolate and prevent seizing. If using the microwave, heat in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Step 5: Remove the frozen dates from the freezer and dip each one into the melted chocolate, fully coating it. Let excess chocolate drip off, then place the coated dates on parchment paper.
- Step 6: Sprinkle flaky sea salt over the chocolate while it’s still warm. Work quickly if the chocolate thickens, reheating gently if needed.
Tips & Variations
- Use crunchy or smooth peanut butter depending on your preferred texture.
- Try sprinkling chopped nuts or shredded coconut on top instead of flaky sea salt for a different twist.
- If you want a vegan option, choose dairy-free chocolate chips and coconut or another plant-based peanut butter.
Storage
Store Date Snickers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 4 months. Serve them cold or at room temperature for the best texture and flavor.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use other types of dates?
Medjool dates are ideal because of their soft, chewy texture and large size, but you can substitute other varieties if needed. Just ensure they are soft and plump for easy filling.
Why add oil to the chocolate?
Adding a small amount of avocado or coconut oil thins the chocolate, making it easier to coat the dates smoothly and reduces the risk of the chocolate seizing while melting.
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Date Snickers (Only 5 Ingredients!) Recipe
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: 20 Date Snickers 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
Delicious and easy-to-make Date Snickers combine naturally sweet Medjool dates filled with creamy peanut butter and crunchy roasted peanuts, all coated in rich melted chocolate and sprinkled with flaky sea salt. This 5-ingredient treat is perfect for a healthier, homemade candy alternative that requires no baking and can be prepared quickly.
Ingredients
Filling
- 20 Medjool dates
- ½ cup peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons roasted peanuts
Chocolate Coating
- 1 ¼ cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
- ½ teaspoon avocado or coconut oil (optional, for smoother melting)
- Flaky sea salt (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dates: Line a plate or small baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a small paring knife, make a lengthwise slit in each date about halfway down, being careful not to cut all the way through. Gently pry open and remove the pit.
- Stuff the Dates: Fill each date with about ½ tablespoon of peanut butter. Add several roasted peanuts on top of the peanut butter inside each date. Place the filled dates on the prepared parchment paper and freeze until completely firm, at least 1 hour.
- Melt the Chocolate: In a double boiler over medium-low heat, melt the chocolate chips or chopped chocolate, stirring occasionally. Add the optional oil to improve fluidity and prevent seizing. If melting chocolate in the microwave, do so in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth and fully melted.
- Coat the Dates: Remove the frozen dates from the freezer one at a time and dip them into the melted chocolate using a fork to ensure they are completely coated. Tap the fork gently on the side to remove excess chocolate. Place the chocolate-covered dates back onto parchment paper and immediately sprinkle with flaky sea salt while the chocolate is still warm and wet.
- Set and Store: Allow the chocolate to set. Store the coated dates in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze them for up to 4 months. Serve chilled or at room temperature as desired.
Notes
- Using avocado or coconut oil is optional but helps prevent the chocolate from seizing and makes coating easier.
- For best texture, freeze the filled dates before dipping in chocolate to help the chocolate solidify quickly.
- You can use either semi-sweet or dark chocolate according to your taste preference.
- Store leftovers properly to keep the dates fresh and the chocolate coating intact.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Date Snickers, peanut butter dates, chocolate covered dates, healthy snacks, no bake dessert, gluten free dessert, homemade candy
