Peanut Butter Stuffed Dates is a simple yet delicious treat that includes healthy ingredients.
Every bite in these stuffed dates are a mix of sweet and salty as well as lush and crunchy.
Easy dates stuffed with peanut butter.
This is a healthy yet, satisfying snack idea.
These dates are also friendly to vegan, vegetarian, Mediterranean, and gluten free diets.
Did you try my 4 Ingredient Date Balls ?
That recipe for date balls is another simple yet, tasty treat idea. Both these stuffed dates and those date balls would go nicely when served together at a party or gathering.
Unsweetened peanut butter is used to make this date recipe. You can find a selection of unsweetened peanut butter here.
Frequently asked questions about stuffed dates.
The quick answer is to say that anything is healthy as long as the ingredients and methods used are healthy. In the case of this recipe, you can certainly make it healthy.
Use dates that are fresh and have nothing added to them.
Also, the other ingredients should be as clean (as in added ingredients) as possible.
This is a quick and easy recipe that is perfect for snacks or even serving to a gathering such as a party. You may surprise others as this recipe tastes a lot better than many of the candy or other dessert treats out there.
What you should know is that dates are a fat free antioxidant rich fruit.
Even better, dates are a good source for fiber as well as potassium.
Tips for making stuffed dates.
When slicing your dates it is important to not slice the dates all the way through.
Slice about halfway to two thirds of the way through instead.
Here are some more great tips for you.
- Make sure that your peanut butter is fresh and smooth. This will make it easier to use when you go to fill the dates.
- Medjool dates work well in this recipe thanks to their size. The dates should also be fresh and moist for best results.
- When selecting chocolate chips for this recipe, make sure that your chocolate chips do not have added dairy. You can find vegan chocolate chips here.
How to store stuffed dates.
These dates should be stored in an airtight container. If properly stored, they can keep for about a week refrigerated or up to a couple of months frozen.
By the way, while you are here you may also be interested in these ideas.
- Vegan Oatmeal Date Cookies
- Vegan Apple Crisp Recipe
- How to Make Vegan Chocolate Chip Muffins
- Vegan Lemon Bars with Shortbread Crust
- No Bake Vegan Coconut Bars
- Vegan Chocolate Granola Bars
- Easy Vegan Peanut Butter Smoothie
- Vegan Applesauce Muffins
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About this recipe for peanut butter stuffed dates.
This is a simple recipe for stuffed dates that is made with healthier ingredients.
To make this recipe you will need Medjool dates that are fresh.
Peanut butter that has no added sugar is recommended for this recipe.
To make this recipe friendly to the Mediterranean diet, omit the coconut and use chopped nuts instead. For a gluten free alternative, make sure that the ingredients that you are using are indeed gluten free as well.
Ingredients needed to make easy Peanut Butter Stuffed Dates
- Dates. The dates provide a sweet shell that is both moist and chewy.
- Peanut Butter. You can use purchased peanut butter or make your own.
- Chocolate Chips. This adds a nice flavor balance to the dates as well as a crunchy element.
- Almonds. You can use an alternative nut as desired.
- Add on ingredients, includes coconut flakes, chopped nuts, crunchy cereal, chopped pretzels, kosher or sea salt, or even a vegan caramel.
How to make tasty Peanut Butter Stuffed Dates.
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper.
- To prepare your dates, select days that is good shape and are large enough to hold a teaspoon of peanut butter.
- Carefully slice each date from top to bottom about halfway to two thirds of the way through. Remove the pits and place each of the dates on to the prepared baking sheet.
- Use a teaspoon to fill each of the dates with peanut butter. Evenly spread the peanut butter and add additional as needed.
- Add any extra ingredients to the peanut butter center. My dates have shredded coconut and almonds on top of the peanut butter.
- Next, melt the chocolate according to the directions on the packaging. I like to use a microwave safe bowl and microwave until melted, stopping every 20 seconds to stir.
- Use a spoon, fork or dipping tools to dip the bottoms and sides of each of the dates into the melted chocolate. You can also drizzle additional chocolate over the top of the dates.
- Place the dates into your refrigerator (three to four hours) or freezer (about an hour) to set.
Expert Tip👉 Once the dates have fully set you can dip them into melted chocolate again to cover the entire date if desired.
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Table of contents for this recipe.
Peanut Butter Stuffed Dates, a quick, simple, and healthy snack or dessert recipe. Vegan, Gluten Free, and Mediterranean diet friendly.
Peanut Butter Stuffed Dates Recipe
Ingredients
- 16 Medjool Dates
- ⅓ cup Peanut Butter - no added sugar
- 1 cup Chocolate Chips -vegan
Toppings: includes coconut flakes, chopped nuts, crunchy cereal, chopped pretzels, kosher or sea salt, or even vegan caramel.
Instructions
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper.
- To prepare your dates, select days that is good shape and are large enough to hold a teaspoon of peanut butter. Carefully slice each date from top to bottom about halfway to two thirds of the way through. Remove the pits and place each of the dates on to the prepared baking sheet.
- Use a teaspoon to fill each of the dates with peanut butter.
- Add any extra add on ingredients to the peanut butter center.
- Next, melt the chocolate according to the directions on the packaging.Use a spoon, fork or dipping tools to dip the bottoms and sides of each of the dates into the melted chocolate. You can also drizzle additional chocolate over the top of the dates.
- Place the dates into your refrigerator (three to four hours) or freezer (about an hour) to set.
Recipe Notes
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Nutrition
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