Easy Date Snickers Bars (Healthy Dessert Recipe) Recipe
Indulge in these Easy Date Snickers Bars, a healthier dessert option that combines the natural sweetness of dates with creamy peanut butter, crunchy peanuts, and rich dark chocolate. These bars are a delightful treat for any occasion!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing, Melting, Chilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
For the Date Bars:
- 20 Medjool Dates (I use Natural Delights brand)
For the Peanut Butter Layer:
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter (I use Justin’s Brand)
For the Topping:
- ¼ cup chopped peanuts
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 tsp avocado oil (or coconut oil)
- 1 tsp flaky sea salt, to taste (Maldon is a great brand)
Instructions
- Prepare the Date Bars: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Slice dates in the middle and remove any pits. Place dates on the baking sheet slit side up.
- Smash the Dates: Flatten the dates with the bottom of a glass, ensuring they are close together.
- Add Peanut Butter: Spread a layer of peanut butter over the dates.
- Melt Chocolate: Combine dark chocolate chips and oil, melt in the microwave, and pour over the peanut butter.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle chopped peanuts and sea salt over the chocolate.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate or freeze for at least 30 minutes, then cut into pieces before serving.
Notes
- Store the bars in the freezer or fridge and allow them to thaw slightly before serving for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Date Snickers Bars, Healthy Dessert, Date Bars Recipe, Peanut Butter Chocolate Bars
