Sweet Medjool dates stuffed with creamy peanut butter encased in a crisp vegan chocolate layer sprinkled with nuts and sea salt. These Peanut Butter Stuffed Dates are sponsored by our friends at Sprouts and are enough to bring any chocolate-loving, sweets-addicted person scrambling for some! They are so easy to make using just 3 main ingredients (nuts and sea salt being optional). These simple, no-cook treats will be ready for chilling in just 10 minutes!
Since we loved our Pumpkin Stuffed Dates so much, we decided to make a non-seasonal version that can be enjoyed year-round! These heavenly bites are the stuff dreams are made of! Imagine biting into a crisp non-dairy chocolate coating embedded with crunchy nuts with pops of salt to find chewy dates and rich peanut butter inside. They contain healthy fats, protein, and antioxidants, making them perfect as all-day snacks and post-workout treats to give you that bout of sweetness and boost of energy when you need it.
This is the ideal treat to make with your kids as there are no complicated steps involved in making them, just pure fun! Also, you can easily customize them to fit any occasion. Add green sprinkles for St. Patrick's day, add crushed red candies for Valentine's day or wrap them in colorful foils for some egg hunting on Easter! Your imagination is the limit. You can place them in decorative jars or boxes as giveaways or gifts too.
Main Ingredients
Optional Ingredients
This plant-based and gluten-free peanut butter dates recipe is quite flexible. You can make the necessary modifications based on your preference and dietary requirements.
It is so easy! Actually, the hardest part is waiting for the dates to freeze for an hour.
Preparation:
Steps:
1) Prepare the Dates. Make a slit lengthwise on one side of the Sprouts Medjool Dates with a sharp knife to expose the pit and remove it. Be careful not to slice the Medjool dates all the way through.
2) Add the Peanut Butter Filling. Using a teaspoon or a piping bag, fill each date with peanut butter. Set aside.
3) Dip and Chill. Dip the stuffed dates into the vegan melted chocolate, sprinkle with chopped peanuts and sea salt (if using them). Then, let it set in the freezer for at least an hour and serve. Enjoy!
The stuffed dates can be kept in the fridge for up to a week, sealed in a Ziploc/Stasher bag. You can enjoy them straight out of the refrigerator. You can also keep them frozen for 1 to 2 months in a freezer-safe bag or container. Let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes or overnight in the fridge before serving.
Photos by Alfonso Revilla
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