‘Snickers’ Date Bites
In this no-bake recipe, dates provide a caramel-like flavor and a chewy base. Paired with nut butter and a crunchy layer of melted cacao, this sweet treat is refined sugar free!
Packed with fiber from the dates and antioxidants from the cacao, these are a healthier take on a Snickers bar. They take almost no time to make, so you can always have these on hand for an after dinner snack. Medjool dates are naturally VERY sweet so there is no need for added refined sugars in this recipe.
Key Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to make this recipe:
Pitted Medjool Dates
Nut Butter - Peanut butter, almond butter, cashew butter - choose your favorite! Make sure it is sugar free.
Nuts - Peanuts, almonds, walnuts, pecans - any will do!
Cacao Baking Chips- Substitute dark chocolate if you prefer. Check for added sugars - you don’t need any for this recipe due to how sweet the dates are.
Coconut Oil
Salt
How to Make
As always, this recipe is simple and easy to make, using whole ingredients. Here’s where to start:
First, line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Open up each date, remove the pit, and smash using the bottom of a heavy cup. This will make the base of your snickers treat. Spread a dollop of nut butter as the second layer, and top with a a layer of chopped nuts.
Lastly, the chcoloate layer! For this, add cacao baking chips and coconut oil to a small microwavable bowl. Microwave until melted, and stir with a rubber spatula until smooth. Drizzle on top and sprinkle with flaky salt. This will need a few minutes to set. Place the tray in the refrigerator or freezer for 5-10 minutes for the chocolate to fully set. You will be tempted to eat one of these right away, but trust me, wait until the chocolate layer is fully set for the full experience!
I like to store these in the refrigerator and serve cold.
It’s that easy! Enjoy!
How to Serve
Enjoy as a healthier snack or dessert!
RECIPE
Smashed ‘Snickers’ Dates
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Serves: 12
GLUTEN-FREE, DAIRY-FREE, REFINED-SUGAR FREE, VEGETARIAN, VEGAN
INGREDIENTS
12 medjool dates
1/4 cup nut butter (peanut, almond, or cashew)
1/4 cup nuts, chopped (peanuts, almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
1 tablespoon coconut oil
Salt
INSTRUCTIONS
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Date layer: Open up each date and smash using the bottom of a heavy cup. Place on lined baking sheet.
Nut layer: Spread a dollop of nut butter as the second layer, and top with a a layer of chopped nuts.
Chocolate layer: Add cacao baking chips and coconut oil to a small microwavable bowl. Microwave until melted, and stir with a rubber spatula until smooth. Drizzle on top and sprinkle with flaky salt.
Place the tray in the refrigerator or freezer for 5-10 minutes for the chocolate to fully set.
NOTES
Store in fridge or freezer for up to one week.