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Detailed shot of Date Snickers showing the thick peanut butter filling and crushed roasted peanuts embedded in the dark chocolate shell.

Date Snickers: The Ultimate Healthy Homemade Candy Bar

These Date Snickers feature soft Medjool dates filled with creamy peanut butter and roasted peanuts, all coated in a crisp dark chocolate shell with flaky sea salt. A healthy, viral dessert that tastes exactly like a candy bar.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 15 bars
Course: Desserts, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 185
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Recipe Ingredients
  • 15 large Medjool dates pitted and split
  • 1/2 cup (125g) creamy peanut butter matte, light-brown
  • 1/4 cup (35g) roasted peanuts crushed into irregular chunks
  • 1 cup (175g) dark chocolate chips 70% cocoa preferred
  • 1 tsp (5ml) coconut oil for shine and texture
  • 1 pinch flaky sea salt for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Microwave-safe bowl For melting chocolate
  • 1 Parchment Paper To prevent sticking

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice each Medjool date lengthwise to remove the pit, creating a small pocket for the filling.
  2. Spoon roughly 1-2 teaspoons of creamy peanut butter into each date cavity.
  3. Press crushed roasted peanuts into the peanut butter layer.
Coating
  1. Melt dark chocolate and coconut oil in the microwave in 30-second bursts until smooth and glossy.
  2. Using a fork, dip each date into the chocolate until fully coated. Place on parchment paper.
  3. Top with extra peanuts and sea salt. Refrigerate for 30 minutes until the shell is hardened.

Notes

Use Medjool dates for the best caramel-like texture.
Store in the freezer for a taffy-like consistency.