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Chocolate Covered Stuffed Dates

These Chocolate Covered Stuffed Dates are a heavenly blend of rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 6 large Medjool dates pitted
  • 3 tablespoons sugar-free natural peanut butter or any nut butter
  • 3 ounces dark chocolate or dairy-free chocolate
  • Sea salt optional

Equipment

  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Fork or toothpick
  • Parchment paper
  • Small spoon

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Start by carefully pitting the Medjool dates if they aren’t already pitted. Make a small slit on one side of each date and remove the pit. This will create a little pocket for the peanut butter.
  2. Using a small spoon, fill each date with approximately half a tablespoon of natural peanut butter. Press gently to close the date around the filling, ensuring it stays inside.
  3. In a microwave-safe bowl, break the dark chocolate into small pieces. Heat it in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth.
  4. Using a fork or toothpick, carefully dip each stuffed date into the melted chocolate. Make sure it’s well-coated, then lift it out and let any excess chocolate drip off.
  5. Place the chocolate-covered dates on a lined baking tray. If you like, sprinkle a tiny pinch of sea salt on top of each date before the chocolate sets.
  6. Refrigerate the tray for about 15-20 minutes or until the chocolate hardens. Once set, your Chocolate Covered Stuffed Dates are ready to enjoy!

Notes

  • Experiment with different nut butters or seed butters for a nut-free version.
  • Ensure the chocolate is tempered well to avoid it becoming too soft at room temperature.
  • A double boiler can be used instead of a microwave for melting chocolate.