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Date Snickers Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars Recipe

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  • Author: Ivy
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 16 servings
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Date Snickers recipe is a delicious, no-bake treat combining the natural sweetness of Medjool dates with creamy peanut butter, rich melted chocolate, and crunchy peanuts. Perfect for a quick, wholesome snack or dessert, these bars are easy to prepare and delightfully satisfying.

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 20 Medjool dates (pitted)
  • 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips (or milk chocolate chips)
  • 2/3 cup natural creamy peanut butter (stirred)
  • 1/2 cup peanuts (coarsely chopped)
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt (optional)

Instructions

  1. Flatten Dates: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Pit the dates and open them so the sticky centers are facing up. Arrange the dates side by side on the parchment paper to form a rough rectangle shape. Cover with a second sheet of parchment paper and use a rolling pin or the back of a cup to press the dates into an even layer, ensuring all spaces are filled.
  2. Spread Peanut Butter: Remove the top layer of parchment paper and spread the peanut butter evenly over the dates. An offset spatula is helpful for achieving an even layer.
  3. Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the chocolate according to the package instructions until melted. Stir the chocolate every 30 seconds; it usually takes 60 to 90 seconds to fully melt.
  4. Drizzle Chocolate: Drizzle the melted chocolate over the peanut butter, then use a spoon or offset spatula to spread it into an even layer over the peanut butter.
  5. Add Peanuts and Salt: Sprinkle chopped peanuts over the melted chocolate and gently press them into the chocolate. Sprinkle on the kosher salt if using.
  6. Chill and Cut: Refrigerate the bar uncovered until the chocolate is firm, about 1 hour. Alternatively, freeze it for 30 minutes. Once the bark is set, use a knife to cut it into Snickers-sized bars.

Notes

  • Ensure dates are completely pitted before flattening to avoid any hard pieces.
  • Use natural peanut butter for a creamier, less sweet option.
  • If you want a dairy-free version, opt for dairy-free chocolate chips.
  • Press peanuts gently into the melted chocolate to keep them secure once hardened.
  • Store leftover bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

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