Medjool dates stuffed with peanut butter and dipped in dark chocolate – finish with a sprinkle of nuts for a healthy treat that tastes like a candy bar! These Snickers Stuffed Dates are the perfect combination of sweet and salty with rich chocolate flavor.
These irresistible Snickers Stuffed Dates will be the most loved appetizer at your next party. Everyone will love the chewy, yet crunchy texture and the perfect combination of sweet and salty! These are great for parties, but they’re also easy enough to make for a simple dessert at home.
You only need a handful of simple ingredients to make date snickers! Slice open the dates and stuff them with nut butter and a sprinkle of chopped nuts, then coat in melted chocolate and finish with another sprinkle of nuts. It’s the most amazing joining of flavors and textures. They are unique and the taste is out of this world. One bite and you will be hooked!
Looking for other ways to use nature’s candy, dates? Try our banana date smoothie and pumpkin date energy balls next!
Ingredients needed
Just 4 ingredients are all that you need to make this date Snickers recipe! As an added plus, this snack tastes like a Snickers bar but they are made with real, whole-food ingredients. Here’s what you need to make them:
- Dates: Use Medjool dates because they are larger, soft, and have a delicious caramel-like flavor.
- Nut butter: Stuff these with peanut butter, almond butter, or whatever nut butter you like best! Feel free to use crunchy or creamy!
- Nuts: Any chopped nuts work, but we typically use chopped peanuts. You can try almonds, walnuts, cashews, or pecans too!
- Chocolate: Dark chocolate works best, so these don’t turn out overly sweet. Plus, dark chocolate has a variety of health benefits! However, you can use whatever chocolate you like best.
How to make this recipe
Not only will Snickers stuffed dates satisfy your sweet tooth but they’re also healthier than most desserts and so easy to make! Here’s how:
- Stuff: Slice each date along one side and remove the pit. Fill each date with about 1/2 teaspoon of peanut butter and top with a sprinkle of chopped peanuts.
- Close with a toothpick: Insert a toothpick into the side of the date to close and secure it. Repeat with the rest of the dates.
- Melt chocolate: Melt chocolate chips in the microwave in 30-second increments, gently stirring to melt (alternatively melt over a double burner).
- Dip dates in melted chocolate: Lift the dates using the toothpick and dip them into the chocolate mixture. You can submerge halfway or cover the entire date with chocolate, as desired.
- Chill to set: Transfer to a parchment paper lined sheet pan and immediately sprinkle with more chopped nuts. Transfer to the fridge to set for 20-30 minutes.
Expert Tips
- Type of dates to use: We don’t recommend using Deglet Noor dates because they are smaller and firmer than Medjool dates, and don’t work as well to stuff.
- Remove the pits: You can buy pitted dates or dates with the pits. If your dates have the pit inside, simply split it open and pull out the pit before stuffing.
- Use toothpicks: Be sure to secure the dates once they’ve been filled with peanut butter and crushed peanuts. This will keep the peanut butter from seeping out and will also make dipping them in melted chocolate much easier! You can remove the toothpicks if you’d like, once they are set.
- Chill to set: It’s important to chill these in the fridge for at least 20 minutes, so the chocolate sets up nicely and the dates stay stuffed!
Frequently asked questions
How do you soften dates for stuffing?
If you use Medjool dates, you shouldn’t need to soften them before stuffing. This variety of dates is usually plenty soft. However, if you find that your dates are a bit too firm for stuffing, place dates in a bowl with boiling water and let sit for about 10 minutes. Then, drain and pat dry with a paper towel.
Why are Medjool dates soft?
Medjool dates have a very thin skin that you don’t even notice when eating. This skin, though, protects the center of the fruit and keeps it moist.
What can you stuff dates with?
Aside from nuts and nut butter, like in this recipe, dates are very tasty stuffed with a soft cheese like goat cheese or cream cheese. They’re also wonderful wrapped in crisp bacon!
Variations
- Nut butter: Substitute the peanut butter for any nut or seed butter that you prefer. You can even use sunflower seed butter to accommodate anyone with nut allergies.
- Other toppings: You can sprinkle other ingredients onto the melted chocolate. Try some small, colorful sprinkles or toasted coconut that is finely shredded.
- Flaky sea salt: For extra saltiness, sprinkle on some coarse flaky sea salt.
- Vegan option: To ensure your date snickers are vegan and dairy-free, use dairy-free chocolate chips. We like Lily’s chocolate chips for a low-sugar option and Enjoy Life chocolate chips for a dairy-free/soy-free option. Both brands are readily available at most grocery stores.
Storage recommendations
- In the refrigerator: Store stuffed dates in the fridge in an airtight container for up to about 1 month. Once the chocolate is set, you can stack them on top of each other.
- In the freezer: Place a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet and flash freeze for about 30 minutes and until firm. Then, transfer them to an airtight container or a freezer-safe bag. They will keep fresh for up to 3 months. Label the bag with the date!
- To thaw: Transfer the desired number of dates from the freezer to the fridge to thaw overnight. You can also thaw at room temperature for a few minutes until they are soft enough to eat.
More Peanut Butter & Date Recipes
- Peanut Butter Energy Bites
- Healthy Peanut Butter Muffins
- Healthy Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups
- Pumpkin Date Energy Balls
- Banana Date Smoothie
Snickers Stuffed Dates
Ingredients
- 10-12 Medjool dates , pitted
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter or almond butter, or nut butter of choice
- 2 tablespoons chopped peanuts, or nuts of choice
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips, or chocolate of choice
Instructions
- Slice each date along one side and remove the pit. Fill each date with about 1/2 teaspoon peanut butter and top with a sprinkle of chopped peanuts.
- Insert a toothpick into the side of the date in order to close and secure it. Repeat with the rest of the dates.
- Melt chocolate chips in the microwave in 30-second increments, gently stirring to melt (alternatively melt over a double burner).
- Lift the dates using the toothpick and dip into the chocolate mixture. You can submerge halfway or cover the entire date with chocolate, as desired.
- Transfer to a parchment paper lined sheet pan and immediately sprinkle with more chopped nuts. Transfer to the fridge to set for 20-30 minutes.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
