Description
Indulge in the guilt-free pleasure of Easy Date Snickers Bars, a healthy dessert recipe that combines the rich flavors of creamy peanut butter, luscious dark chocolate, and chewy Medjool dates. With just six wholesome ingredients, these no-bake bars are perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings while providing nutritional benefits. Ideal for any occasion—be it a family gathering, an afternoon snack, or a post-workout treat—these bars are not only delicious but also quick to prepare. Set them in the fridge for a cool, refreshing dessert that will impress friends and family alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 Medjool dates
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup chopped peanuts
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 tsp avocado oil (or coconut oil)
- 1 tsp flaky sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Slice the Medjool dates open and remove any pits. Arrange them on the baking sheet with the slit side facing up.
- Flatten each date using the bottom of a glass cup coated with cooking spray for easy removal.
- Spread creamy peanut butter over the flattened dates evenly.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine dark chocolate chips and avocado oil. Melt in 30-second intervals until smooth, stirring in between.
- Pour the melted chocolate over the peanut butter layer, smoothing it out with a spatula.
- Sprinkle chopped peanuts and flaky sea salt over the top before placing in the refrigerator or freezer for at least 30 minutes to set.
- Once set, cut into pieces and enjoy! Store leftovers in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg