A naturally sweet treat with just 6 ingredients! These homemade healthy Date Snickers are stuffed with peanut butter and peanuts, then coated in a simple chocolate shell. Gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan, they make the perfect no-bake dessert or midday snack.
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Craving something sweet but wholesome? These date snickers are filled with peanut butter, packed with crunchy peanuts, and coated in a homemade chocolate shell. They taste like a Snickers, but they’re gluten-free, dairy-free, refined sugar-free and made with just 6 simple ingredients.
Here are a few quick notes about the ingredients in this recipe. You can see a complete ingredient list and instructions in the recipe card below.
Medjool dates – Soft and chewy with a caramel flavor, they’re the perfect base.
Creamy peanut butter – Use natural peanut butter with no added sugar or oils. Just peanuts and salt. Nut-free? Try sunflower seed butter and pumpkin or sunflower seeds for an allergy-friendly option.
Raw peanuts – For that classic Snickers crunch.
Maple syrup – Lightly sweetens the chocolate coating.
Cocoa powder – Unsweetened, for rich chocolate flavor.
Coconut oil – Helps create a smooth chocolate shell. No coconut oil? Use melted dairy-free chocolate chips instead of the cocoa mixture.
How to Make Date Snickers
Step 1: Slice each Medjool date lengthwise (without cutting all the way through) and remove the pits.
Step 2: Spoon peanut butter into each date and top with a few roasted peanuts. Place on baking sheet and place in freezer for 15 minutes to firm.
Step 3: In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt coconut oil. Once cooled, whisk in maple syrup, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Step 4: Using a fork, dip each stuffed date into the chocolate, coating completely. Return to the tray. Sprinkle with peanuts and sea salt. Place stuffed dates on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for 15–20 minutes.
FAQs
Can I use almond butter instead of peanut butter?
Yes! Almond, cashew, or sunflower seed butter all work well.
What if I don’t have coconut oil?
Use melted dairy-free chocolate chips instead of making your own chocolate shell.
Are these healthy?
Yes — they’re made with whole food ingredients and no refined sugar. Similar to our no-bake blueberry pie, they’re sweetened naturally and easy to prep ahead.
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Healthy Date Snickers
A naturally sweet treat with just 6 ingredients! These homemade healthy Date Snickers are stuffed with peanut butter and peanuts, then coated in a simple chocolate shell. Gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan, they make the perfect no-bake dessert or midday snack.
Slice each Medjool date lengthwise (without cutting all the way through) and remove the pits if necessary. Prepare a small baking sheet with parchment paper.
Spoon 1 teaspoon of peanut butter into each date and press a 2-3 peanuts into the center. Place on baking sheet and place in freezer for 15 minutes to firm.
In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt coconut oil for one to two 30-second intervals. Once cooled, whisk in maple syrup, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt until smooth.
Using a fork, dip each stuffed date into the chocolate, coating completely. Return to the tray and sprinkle with crushed peanuts and sea salt. Place stuffed dates on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for 15–20 minutes.
Notes
Tip: Make sure the maple syrup is at room temperature and the melted coconut oil has had time to cool; otherwise, the mixture will seize up.Substitutions: Use crunchy natural peanut butter and omit stuffing the dates with peanuts. To store: Keep refrigerated for up to 1 week or freeze for 1–2 months.
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