Introduction

Stuffed dates with peanut butter and chocolate are an easy, delicious treat that combines sweet, salty, and rich flavors in every bite. Perfect for a quick snack or an elegant dessert, these little delights are sure to satisfy your chocolate cravings.

Several dates are cut open and filled with a smooth, light brown peanut butter layer visible inside each date’s wrinkled dark brown skin. Some of the dates have a dark chocolate drizzle on top of the peanut butter and a few white salt flakes sprinkled over. The dates are arranged loosely on a white marbled surface with a few drops of chocolate sauce around them. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

20 medjool dates
⅓ cup peanut butter (80g) – may need slightly more if dates are large
¼ cup coconut oil (50g)
¼ cup cacao or cocoa powder (15g)
Sea salt flakes
½ cup dark chocolate or chocolate chips (70g)

Instructions

Step 1: Line a large baking tray with parchment paper to prevent the dates from sticking.
Step 2: Slice open each date lengthwise and carefully remove the pit. Arrange the pitted dates on the prepared tray.
Step 3: Spoon just under 1 teaspoon of peanut butter into the cavity of each date, filling them evenly.
Step 4: To make the chocolate coating, place the coconut oil in a small bowl and microwave for 30 seconds or melt it gently in a double boiler. Stir in the cacao powder until smooth and fully combined. (If using pre-made chocolate, break it into pieces and microwave for 30 seconds until melted.)
Step 5: Let the chocolate mixture cool slightly, then either drizzle it over the stuffed dates or dip each date into the chocolate coating. Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt flakes on top if desired.
Step 6: Refrigerate the dates on the tray until the chocolate has hardened, about 20 minutes. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Tips & Variations

For extra crunch, add a whole almond or walnut inside each date along with the peanut butter.
Use almond or cashew butter instead of peanut butter to change up the flavor.
Try topping with a sprinkle of cinnamon or chili powder for a spiced twist.
If you prefer a sweeter chocolate coating, mix in a little honey or maple syrup before drizzling.

Storage

Store the stuffed dates in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. They can also be frozen for up to one month. To enjoy, thaw in the fridge and bring to room temperature if desired. If the chocolate softens, a brief chill will help it firm up again.

How to Serve

Several dates are halved and placed on a white marbled surface, each filled with a creamy light brown peanut butter layer inside the dark, wrinkled, shiny skins of the dates. The peanut butter layer is smooth with a slightly glossy texture, topped with a thin drizzle of dark chocolate and a few coarse flakes of white sea salt scattered on top. The focus is on the center date, with the others softly blurred in the background. The close-up view captures the rich textures and contrasts between the creamy filling and the wrinkled fruit skin. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other types of dates?

Yes, you can use other soft, large-date varieties such as medjool or deglet noor. Medjool dates work best due to their size and softness, which makes them easier to stuff.

Is it necessary to refrigerate the stuffed dates?

Refrigerating helps the chocolate harden and keeps the dates fresh longer, but you can serve them shortly after preparation if you prefer a softer chocolate coating.

Stuffed Dates with Peanut Butter & Chocolate Recipe

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Delicious and easy-to-make stuffed medjool dates filled with creamy peanut butter and topped with rich homemade or melted dark chocolate, finished with a sprinkle of sea salt for a perfect sweet and salty treat.

Author: Kai
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 20 stuffed dates 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Scale

Dates

20 medjool dates

Filling

⅓ cup peanut butter (80g) – may need slightly more if dates are large

Chocolate Topping

¼ cup coconut oil (50g)
¼ cup cacao or cocoa powder (15g)
½ cup dark chocolate or chocolate chips (70g)
Sea salt flakes (to taste)

Instructions

Prepare the baking tray: Line a large baking tray with parchment paper to prevent the dates from sticking and to make cleanup easier.
Prepare the dates: Slice open each medjool date lengthwise and carefully remove the pit. Place the pitted dates on the lined baking tray, spaced evenly.
Stuff the dates: Using just under 1 teaspoon of peanut butter, spoon the filling into the cavity of each date. Adjust the amount if the dates are larger or smaller to ensure they are well-filled but not overflowing.
Make the chocolate topping: In a small bowl, add the coconut oil and microwave for about 30 seconds until fully melted, or melt it gently over a double boiler. Stir in the cacao or cocoa powder until the mixture is smooth and consistent. If using pre-made dark chocolate or chocolate chips, break them into small pieces and microwave for 30 seconds until melted, stirring until smooth.
Top the dates: Allow the melted chocolate mixture to cool slightly to prevent melting the peanut butter. Drizzle the chocolate over the stuffed dates using a spoon, or for a more decadent treat, dip each date into the chocolate. Optionally, sprinkle sea salt flakes over the chocolate topping to enhance the flavor.
Set the chocolate: Place the tray with the chocolate-topped dates in the refrigerator and chill for about 20 minutes or until the chocolate hardens and sets firmly.

Notes

Choose soft, fresh medjool dates for the best texture and ease of pitting and stuffing.
You can use almond butter or any other nut butter instead of peanut butter to suit dietary preferences.
If you prefer a sweeter chocolate topping, add a teaspoon of maple syrup or honey to the chocolate mixture before melting.
Store the finished dates in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within one week for optimal freshness.
For a festive touch, sprinkle chopped nuts or shredded coconut on top along with the sea salt.

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