The Best Dark Chocolate and Peanut Butter Dates (no, really!!)
Prep Time 25 minutes
Freeze/Refrigerate 45 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 16 Servings
Calories Per Serving: 225 kcal
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
Ingredients
16 plump medjool dates
16 tablespoons creamy peanut butter OR other nut/seed butter
225 g dark chocolate or vegan chocolate chips
1 tablespoon coconut oil
chia seeds hemp seeds, cacao nibs, toasted or raw coconut flakes, sea salt, for topping (optional)
Instructions
Line a baking sheet with wax or parchment paper.
Slice the dates in half lengthwise, being careful not to slice the date all the way in half. Remove the pits of the date. Stuff each date with 1 tablespoon of peanut butter and place on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining dates. Place the dates in the freezer and freeze for 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, melt together the dark chocolate and coconut oil in a double broiler or in the microwave stirring every 30 seconds until melted and smooth.
Once the dates are well chilled, dip in the chocolate using a fork. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off the dates and then place the date back on the baking sheet and sprinkle with your desired topping. Repeat with the remaining dates. Chill the dates in the fridge for 30 minutes or until the chocolate is set.
Keep stored in an airtight container in the fridge.
Enjoy !!