Description
These Easy Date Snickers Bars are a healthy and delicious dessert made with Medjool dates, peanut butter, dark chocolate, and chopped peanuts. They offer a sweet and satisfying treat with natural ingredients, perfect for a quick snack or a guilt-free dessert option.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 20 Medjool dates
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup chopped peanuts
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 tsp avocado oil (or coconut oil)
- 1 tsp flaky sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare Dates: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Slice the Medjool dates lengthwise and remove any pits, then place them slit side up on the sheet.
- Smash Dates: Gently smash each date with the bottom of a glass cup (spray the glass with cooking spray to prevent sticking) to flatten them slightly.
- Spread Peanut Butter: Warm the peanut butter slightly if needed, then spread it evenly over the smashed dates to create a creamy layer.
- Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate chips with avocado oil, stirring frequently until smooth and fully combined.
- Assemble Bars: Pour the melted chocolate over the peanut butter-covered dates, then sprinkle chopped peanuts and flaky sea salt evenly on top for added crunch and flavor.
- Chill: Place the assembled bars in the refrigerator or freezer and chill until the chocolate sets, about 30 minutes.
- Serve: Once firm, cut the bars into pieces and serve as a healthy dessert or snack.
Notes
- Use Medjool dates for their softness and natural sweetness.
- Warming peanut butter slightly makes it easier to spread.
- Ensure to spray the glass with cooking spray to prevent dates from sticking when smashing.
- Avocado oil or coconut oil helps achieve a smooth chocolate melt.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator to keep bars firm.
- These bars are naturally gluten-free and refined sugar-free.
