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Smashed Dates with Peanut Butter and Chocolate Recipe

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4.6 from 54 reviews
  • Author: Rafael
  • Total Time: 30 minutes (includes chilling time)
  • Yield: 10 servings (1 date each) 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightfully simple and indulgent, these Smashed Dates with Peanut Butter and Chocolate combine the natural sweetness of medjool dates with creamy peanut butter and rich melted chocolate. Perfect as a quick treat or elegant dessert, this no-bake recipe requires just minutes to prepare and sets in the fridge, offering a satisfying blend of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 10 medjool dates
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened peanut butter (or any nut/seed butter)
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips, melted
  • Flaky sea salt, for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dates: Open up each medjool date carefully and remove the pit. Once pitted, lay each date flat on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Smash the Dates: Press down gently but firmly on each date using your hands or a flat object to smash them until they reach your desired thinness, creating a base for toppings.
  3. Add the Peanut Butter: Spread a thin layer of unsweetened peanut butter evenly over the surface of each smashed date to add creaminess and flavor contrast.
  4. Drizzle with Chocolate: Drizzle melted chocolate chips over the peanut butter-coated dates, ensuring a generous and even coverage for a decadent finish.
  5. Chill the Dates: Transfer the baking sheet with the prepared dates to the refrigerator or freezer, allowing the chocolate to harden fully which typically takes about 15–30 minutes.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Once the chocolate is set, sprinkle flaky sea salt on top if desired to enhance the flavor, then enjoy these delicious smashed dates as a sweet snack or dessert.

Notes

  • Use medjool dates for their soft texture and natural sweetness, which work best for smashing.
  • Any nut or seed butter can substitute peanut butter to accommodate dietary preferences.
  • For a smoother chocolate drizzle, use high-quality chocolate chips and melt gently over a double boiler.
  • Store leftover smashed dates in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Adding flaky sea salt enhances the chocolate and peanut butter flavors but is optional.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: medjool dates, peanut butter, chocolate, no bake dessert, healthy snack, vegan dessert, quick treat

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