4-Ingredient Date Snickers
Diet Category: Vegetarian • Vegan* • Plant-Based* • Dairy-Free* • Gluten-Free* • No-Bake • Sweet Treat
*Choose dairy-free dark chocolate for a fully vegan and dairy-free version, and check the peanut butter and chocolate labels if certified gluten-free products are required.
Introduction
These easy Date Snickers are a delicious homemade treat made with just four simple ingredients: sweet Medjool dates, creamy peanut butter, crunchy peanuts and rich dark chocolate. Inspired by the classic combination of chocolate, caramel and peanuts, the naturally sticky texture of dates creates a caramel-like centre without making traditional caramel.
Creamy peanut butter and crushed peanuts add a satisfying combination of plant-based protein, healthy unsaturated fats and crunch, while a coating of melted dark chocolate turns each stuffed date into an indulgent bite-sized treat.
Perfect as a no-bake dessert, chocolate-covered date snack or homemade sweet treat, these 4-ingredient Date Snickers are quick to prepare and easy to keep chilled for whenever you're craving something sweet.
Benefits of the Main Ingredients
Medjool Dates
Medjool dates are naturally sweet and provide dietary fibre, potassium, copper and small amounts of several other minerals. Their soft, sticky consistency gives these treats a naturally caramel-like texture. Dates are concentrated in naturally occurring sugars, so they're still an energy-dense ingredient despite being a whole fruit.
Peanut Butter
Peanut butter provides plant-based protein and predominantly unsaturated fats, helping create a creamy and satisfying filling. Peanuts also provide vitamin E, niacin, magnesium and phosphorus. Natural peanut butter made primarily from peanuts is a simple option with minimal additional ingredients.
Peanuts
Crushed peanuts add crunch while contributing additional plant-based protein, fibre and unsaturated fats. They also provide nutrients including vitamin E, magnesium, niacin and folate.
Dark Chocolate
Dark chocolate provides the rich chocolate coating that contrasts with the sweet dates and salty peanuts. Cocoa contains naturally occurring flavanols and other polyphenol compounds, along with minerals such as iron, magnesium and copper. The nutritional profile and sugar content vary considerably depending on the percentage of cocoa and brand used.