Description
A no-bake, healthier version of the classic candy bar made with Medjool dates, peanut butter, chopped peanuts, and dark chocolate—perfect for a sweet snack or light dessert.
Ingredients
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9 squishy Medjool dates
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3 tablespoons peanut butter
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2 tablespoons chopped peanuts
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¼ cup dark chocolate chips
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Flaky sea salt (optional)
Instructions
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Split and pit the dates, then arrange them cut-side up on a parchment-lined plate.
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Fill each date with about ½ teaspoon of peanut butter.
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Sprinkle chopped peanuts over the peanut butter.
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Melt chocolate chips in a double boiler or microwave until smooth.
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Drizzle melted chocolate over each date.
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Optional: Sprinkle with flaky sea salt while chocolate is still soft.
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Chill in the fridge for 10 minutes until chocolate sets.
Notes
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Use salted nut butter for better flavor contrast.
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Swap peanuts for other nuts like cashews or almonds.
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Soften dry dates by soaking them in warm water for 5 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes (chill time)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American