Stuffed Dates with Peanut Butter & Chocolate Recipe
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.
- 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.
Keywords: stuffed dates, peanut butter, chocolate, healthy dessert, medjool dates, no-bake, sweet snack
