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Delicious homemade Date Snickers bars with nuts and chocolate

Date Snickers

A healthy version of the classic Snickers bar made with dates, nut butter, and dark chocolate, delivering a sweet and nutty flavor without the guilt.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 cup Medjool dates (pitted and softened) Soak if they are a bit dry.
  • 1/2 cup nut butter (almond, peanut, or cashew) Feel free to adjust based on your preference.
  • 1/2 cup roasted mixed nuts (chopped) Include peanuts, almonds, or cashews.
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips For a dairy-free option, use vegan chocolate.
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil For easy melting.
  • a pinch salt To enhance the flavors.
Optional substitutions
  • 1 cup sunflower seed butter Use for nut-free option.
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds Use for nut-free option.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the Medjool dates in a mixer and blend until they form a sticky paste.
  2. If dates are stubborn, soak them briefly in warm water to soften.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the date mixture with nut butter, mixing until smooth.
  4. Fold in the chopped nuts; it's fine if some bits are smaller or larger.
  5. Line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper and press the mixture into an even layer.
Melting chocolate
  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine dark chocolate chips and coconut oil.
  2. Heat in short bursts, stirring until the mixture is melted and silky.
Coating
  1. After the date layer has chilled, cut it into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Dip each piece into the melted chocolate, ensuring full coverage.
  3. Let the excess chocolate drip off before placing the pieces back on the parchment.
  4. Return them to the freezer for another 30 minutes to set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 5mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10g

Notes

Feel free to experiment with flavors by adding cinnamon or vanilla extract. For added nutrition, consider ground flaxseed or chia seeds.

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