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    Home » Recipes » Cookies, Brownies, and Bars

    Healthy Snickers Dates Recipe

    Published: Oct 6, 2024 by Rebecca Taig · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    These delicious bite-sized Healthy Snickers Dates taste exactly like a Snickers bar but with simple ingredients. Each Medjool date is stuffed with creamy peanut butter and crunchy peanuts, dipped in a melty chocolate coating, and sprinkled with more peanuts and flaky sea salt. Gluten-free and Vegan.

    Homemade Healthy Chocolate Covered Snickers Dates Recipe photo. Dipped in chocolate with chopped peanuts and sea salt on top.
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    • Why You Will Love This Healthy Snickers Dates Recipe
    • Healthy Snickers Dates Ingredients
    • Ingredient Notes
    • How To Make Healthy Snickers Dates
    • Tips For Making Healthy Snickers Dates
    • Storage
    • FAQ
    • Here Are Some More Chocolate Recipes You'll Love
    • Recipe
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    Why You Will Love This Healthy Snickers Dates Recipe

    It's amazing how these chocolate peanut butter-stuffed dates taste like a real Snickers bar! They taste so much better. Here are some more reasons why you will love this Snickers Dates Recipe:

    • These Snickers dates are made with simple whole food ingredients - A clean healthier alternative with only 6 ingredients! They taste exactly like the classic candy bar minus all the additives, preservatives, and processed sugar.
    • This is such an easy recipe to make - This sweet and salty treat is made with wholesome ingredients and can be made from start to finish in under an hour.
    • You can make this recipe in advance and store the dates in the freezer - These Snickers bites make a great snack to satisfy your sweet tooth. 

    Healthy Snickers Dates Ingredients

    Healthy Snickers Dates Ingredient Shot. dates, peanut butter, dark chocolate, flaky sea salt, and crushed peanuts.

    Ingredient Notes

    • Large Medjool Dates: Look for fresh large-sized, soft Medjool dates.
    • Unsweetened Peanut Butter: I prefer using smooth natural peanut butter with the only ingredient being peanuts. No added sugar or oils is a healthier option, but keep in mind, that natural peanut butter tends to be a bit runny. Other nut butter options include crunchy peanut butter, almond butter, or cashew butter. 
    • Chopped Peanuts: Crushed salted or unsalted peanuts give these stuffed dates a crunchy mouthfeel and the perfect texture. 
    • Dark Chocolate: Choose a dark chocolate bar or dark chocolate chips that are at least 60% cacao. The dark chocolate is smooth, not too sweet, and sets quickly. 
    • Refined Coconut Oil: Refined coconut oil is a neutral oil without a coconut taste, that will help stabilize the chocolate coating. 
    • Flaky Sea Salt: As a final step, adding gourmet flaky salt to the top of the dates creates a delicious salty-sweet flavor combination. 

    Find the printable recipe card with full instructions and measurements below.

    How To Make Healthy Snickers Dates

    Healthy Snickers Dates step by step photo, showing the dates assemble, filled with peanut butter and dipped in chocolate.
    1. Prepare the dates. Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a slit in the center of each date and remove the pit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. 
    2. Add the filling. Fill each date with peanut butter (about ½ teaspoon) and add a sprinkle of crushed peanuts on top of the peanut butter. Carefully close the center of dates and place them on the parchment-lined baking sheet. Stick the baking sheet in the freezer for 15 minutes to chill.
    3. Prepare the chocolate coating. Place the dark chocolate and the coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Melt in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each until fully melted about 90 seconds total.
    4. Dip the dates in chocolate. Remove the dates from the freezer. Insert a toothpick into the middle of the date, about halfway through, and dip the dates into the melted chocolate until fully coated. Transfer the dates back to the lined baking sheet one at a time, and sprinkle with the remaining crushed peanuts and sea salt. Once all the dates are coated, place the baking tray back in the freezer for another 15 minutes to allow the chocolate to set.  Remove the dates and cut away any excess chocolate coating that may have dripped on the sides for a more polished look. Serve. 
    A picture with chocolate covered healthy snickers dates sprinkled with chopped peanuts and flakey sea salt.

    Tips For Making Healthy Snickers Dates

    • You can use a piping bag for the peanut butter -  Piping allows for more control and keeps the dates looking neater. 
    • Have your toppings ready - The chocolate coating hardens quickly, therefore have a small bowl of chopped peanuts and sea salt nearby.
    • Use soft fresh dates - For best results, you'll want to make sure the Medjool dates are fresh and not expired.
    • Use high-quality chocolate - Use a high-quality dark chocolate bar or chocolate chips for the best flavor. Similar to my chocolate French truffles recipe, Ghirardelli or Lindt chocolate bars are worth the splurge for this sweet treat.

    Storage

    • To store: These Snickers-stuffed dates can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
    • To freeze: You can store these peanut butter-stuffed dates in the freezer for 2-3 months.
    Healthy Snickers Dates stuffed date with peanut butter, cut in half with drippy peanut butter inside.

    FAQ

    Is this the same Healthy Date Snickers recipe that went viral on TikTok?

    Yes! This is my version of the viral trending traditional Snickers bar made with Medjool dates, chopped peanuts, and peanut butter.

    Can I use something other than peanut butter for these Snickers dates? 

    Yes, you can replace the peanut butter with any other nut butter of choice including cashew butter or almond butter. For those with peanut allergies, use sunflower seed butter instead.

    Do I have to use coconut oil in the chocolate coating? 

    The coconut oil is technically optional but has a few benefits. It helps set the chocolate, but not only helps thin the chocolate for an easier coating, it also creates a beautiful glossy shine. If you decide to skip the coconut oil, the chocolate may melt more quickly on your fingertips when handling.

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    I hope you love this Snicker Dates recipe as much as I do! If you make it, I’d love to hear how it turned out in the comment box below. Your review will help other readers in the community.

    Recipe

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    Healthy Snickers Dates Recipe

    Recipe Author : Rebecca Taig
    These delicious bite-sized Healthy Snickers Dates taste exactly like a Snickers bar but with simple ingredients. Each Medjool date is stuffed with creamy peanut butter and crunchy peanuts, dipped in a melty chocolate coating, and sprinkled with more peanuts and flaky sea salt. Gluten-free and Vegan.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course Dessert
    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Cook Time 0 minutes mins
    Chill Time 30 minutes mins
    Servings 12
    Calories 234 kcal
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    Ingredients
     

    • 12 Medjool dates
    • ¼ cup peanut butter
    • ¼ cup chopped peanuts, divided for stuffing in dates and for sprinkling on top
    • 8 ounces dark chocolate
    • ½ tablespoon coconut oil
    • flaky sea salt, sprinkle on top

    Instructions
     

    • Prepare the dates. Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a slit in the center of each date and remove the pit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. 
    • Add the filling. Fill each date with peanut butter (about ½ teaspoon) and add a sprinkle of crushed peanuts on top of the peanut butter. Carefully close the center of dates and place them on the parchment-lined baking sheet. Stick the baking sheet in the freezer for 15 minutes to chill.
    • Prepare the chocolate coating. Place the dark chocolate and the coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Melt in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each until fully melted about 90 seconds total.
    • Dip the dates in chocolate. Remove the dates from the freezer. Insert a toothpick into the center of each date, about halfway through, and dip the dates into the melted chocolate until fully coated.
    • Sprinkle on chopped peanuts and sea salt. Transfer the dates back to the lined baking sheet one at a time, and sprinkle with the remaining crushed peanuts and sea salt. Once all the dates are coated, place the baking tray back in the freezer for another 15 minutes to allow the chocolate to set
    • Serve. Remove the dates and cut away any excess chocolate coating that may have dripped on the sides for a more polished look. Keep leftover chocolate-covered dates in a sealed container in the fridge for up to a week.

    Notes

      • You can use a piping bag for the peanut butter -  Piping allows for more control and keeps the dates looking neater. 
      • Have your toppings ready - The chocolate coating hardens quickly, therefore have a small bowl of chopped peanuts and sea salt nearby.
      • Use soft fresh dates - For best results, you'll want to make sure the Medjool dates are fresh and not expired.
      • Use high-quality chocolate - Use a high-quality dark chocolate bar or chocolate chips for the best flavor. Ghirardelli or Lindt are worth the splurge for this sweet treat.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1 snickers dateCalories: 234kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 4gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 28mgPotassium: 355mgFiber: 4gSugar: 21gVitamin A: 43IUCalcium: 35mgIron: 3mg
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