Peanut Butter Date Bites
These delightful, no-bake treats are perfect for a quick snack or a healthy dessert. Packed with natural sweetness, creamy peanut butter, and a touch of chocolate, they’re simple to make and incredibly satisfying.
Ingredients
- 14 dates pitted
- About 1/4 cup peanut butter or more, to taste
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 banana sliced into rounds
- 1/4 cup nuts almonds or Brazil nuts, chopped
Instructions
Prepare the Dates:
- Open each date lengthwise. Remove the pit if needed.
- Flatten each date gently with your fingers and arrange them on a plate or tray.
Add Peanut Butter:
- Spoon about 1/2 teaspoon (or more) of peanut butter into the center of each flattened date.
- Spread it evenly.
Top with Banana:
- Place a slice of banana on top of the peanut butter layer on each date.
Sprinkle with Nuts:
- Chop the nuts finely and sprinkle them generously over the banana slices.
Drizzle with Chocolate:
- Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in 15-second intervals and stirring in between until smooth.
- Drizzle the melted chocolate over the prepared dates using a spoon.
Add a Touch of Salt:
- Sprinkle a tiny pinch of salt over each date to enhance the flavors.
Chill:
- For a firmer texture, refrigerate the bites for 10-15 minutes until the chocolate sets.
Serve and Enjoy:
- Enjoy your Peanut Butter Date Bites as a quick snack or share them with friends and family!
Notes
Tip: You can customize this recipe by using almond butter or adding a sprinkle of shredded coconut for extra texture.