This guilt-free snack features dates, peanut butter, nuts, chocolate, and sea salt, is beloved for its easy preparation, reminiscent Snickers-like flavor profile, versatility, and health-conscious appeal.
Its simple yet balanced combination of peanut butter, sweet dates, crunchy nuts, rich chocolate, and a touch of sea salt captures the essence of a healthier Snickers bar.
The recipe’s adaptability allows for creative personalization, while its no-bake nature makes it perfect for any season. It offers a guilt-free treat with natural sweetness from dates, protein from peanut butter and nuts, and antioxidants from dark chocolate. Ideal for gifting and dietary preferences, it’s a crowd-pleaser for all occasions.
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A Heathier Snickers Bar
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup dates pitted, about 12-15 dates
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup nuts such as almonds, walnuts, or peanuts
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips or chunks
- 1 Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare a Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set it aside.
- Press the dates onto the parchment paper and flatten.
- Warm the peanut butter slightly in the microwave to make it easier to spread and spread onto the date layer.
- Melt the chocolate chips in a double boiler or microwave if you are brave and do so in 20 second intervals. Spread the chocolate over the date mixture.
- Drizzle Chocolate: Drizzle the melted chocolate over the date mixture on the baking sheet.
- Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over the melted chocolate.
- Place the baking sheet in your freezer until set. You can also place in the fridge.
- Once set you can break or cut into pieces.
- I like to store mine in the freezer. The dates are still chewy enough for a great bite.
