Description
Indulge in these delicious Chocolate Covered Dates Stuffed with Peanut Butter, a perfect blend of sweet and nutty flavors wrapped in a healthy, bite-sized treat. Easy to prepare and ideal for a quick snack or dessert.
Ingredients
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Stuffed Dates
- 12 Medjool dates
- 1/3 cup all-natural smooth peanut butter
- 1/4 cup peanuts chopped
Chocolate Coating
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- pinch flaky sea salt (optional for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dates: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Cut a slit into the center of each date lengthwise and remove the pit carefully without cutting all the way through to create a pocket for stuffing.
- Stuff the Dates: Generously fill the inside of each date with smooth peanut butter and sprinkle chopped peanuts on top. Arrange the stuffed dates on the prepared baking sheet.
- Melt the Chocolate: In a small bowl, combine semi-sweet chocolate chips and coconut oil. Melt the mixture in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each, until smooth and fully combined.
- Coat the Dates: Drizzle the melted chocolate over the stuffed dates to coat them evenly. Optionally, sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt over the chocolate for a contrasting flavor.
- Chill: Refrigerate the chocolate-covered dates until the chocolate hardens completely, approximately 30 minutes, before serving.
Notes
- Store leftover stuffed dates in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks to maintain freshness.
- For a nut-free version, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter and omit peanuts.
- Nutritional information is a rough estimate and may vary based on ingredient brands.
- Use fresh Medjool dates for the best texture and sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed date
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 20 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
