Chocolate Covered Snickers Stuffed Dates Recipe
These Chocolate Covered Snickers Stuffed Dates are a delicious and healthier twist on a classic candy bar. Medjool dates are filled with creamy peanut butter and crunchy peanuts, then coated in rich dairy-free dark chocolate. This easy no-bake treat combines sweet, salty, and nutty flavors and a variety of textures for a satisfying snack or dessert that’s gluten-free and vegan-friendly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 10 stuffed dates 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Dates and Filling
- 10 medjool dates
- 2 Tablespoons peanut butter
- ¼ cup chopped or crushed peanuts
Chocolate Coating
- ½ cup dairy-free dark chocolate chunks or chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
Instructions
- Remove Pit: Cut a slit in each medjool date and carefully remove the pit to make room for the filling.
- Fill Dates: Spoon approximately ½ teaspoon of peanut butter into each pitted date and sprinkle with some crushed peanuts for added crunch. Set aside these stuffed dates.
- Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dairy-free dark chocolate chunks with the coconut oil. Microwave in 15-second increments, stirring thoroughly between each session until smooth and fully melted, about 1 to 2 minutes total.
- Dip Dates: Using a toothpick to hold each date, dip it into the melted chocolate. Use a spoon to help coat the date evenly until fully covered with chocolate. Place the coated date onto a platter lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle additional crushed peanuts on top of each for garnish and extra texture.
- Chill: Transfer the platter with chocolate-covered dates to the refrigerator. Allow them to chill for sufficient time until the chocolate hardens and sets completely.
- Store: Keep any leftover chocolate covered dates in an airtight container in the fridge. They will stay fresh for up to one week.
Notes
- Use medjool dates for their natural softness and sweetness, making them ideal for stuffing.
- Feel free to substitute peanut butter with almond butter or other nut butters to suit dietary preferences.
- Ensure the coconut oil is fully incorporated into the chocolate for smooth coating.
- If you don’t have a microwave, you can melt chocolate and coconut oil in a double boiler on the stovetop.
- For a nut-free version, omit crushed peanuts and use a seed butter instead of peanut butter.
- Store the stuffed dates in the refrigerator to maintain the chocolate coating integrity and freshness.
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