Date Snickers Bars
A streamlined, better-for-you spin on the classic candy bar—chewy Medjool dates, creamy natural peanut butter, and rich dark chocolate deliver indulgent flavor and sustained energy with just six whole-food ingredients.
Ingredients
- 20 Medjool dates pitted
- ½ cup natural creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon avocado oil
- ¼ cup roasted peanuts roughly chopped
- 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare Base – Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment. Slice each date lengthwise, open flat, and arrange cut-side up. Press dates together into a single contiguous layer.
- Flatten – Lightly grease the bottom of a glass and gently smash the dates until they form an even slab.
- Add Filling – Warm peanut butter 20-30 seconds in the microwave; spread evenly over the date layer.
- Coat with Chocolate – Combine chocolate chips and avocado oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second bursts, stirring until smooth. Pour over peanut-butter layer and smooth with a spatula.
- Finish & Set – Immediately sprinkle chopped peanuts and flaky sea salt over the warm chocolate. Refrigerate 30 minutes (or freeze 15-20 minutes) until firm.
- Portion – Remove from sheet and cut into 12 uniform bars with a hot, clean knife.
Notes
Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container up to 1 week or freeze up to 6 months; thaw 10 minutes before serving.
Variations: Substitute almond, cashew, or sunflower-seed butter; swap peanuts for toasted seeds or shredded coconut; use vegan chocolate for a fully plant-based option.
Performance Tips: Grease the glass before pressing dates, warm nut butter for effortless spreading, and wipe the knife between cuts for clean edges.