Description
No-Bake Dark Chocolate Stuffed Dates are a luxurious treat that effortlessly combines the natural sweetness of Medjool dates with rich dark chocolate. Perfect for satisfying cravings, these elegant bites require no baking and are ideal for any occasion—whether it’s a casual snack or a fancy dessert at gatherings. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you can impress friends and family with this indulgent yet healthy treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 large Medjool dates (pitted)
- ½ cup high-quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa or more)
- ¼ cup chopped almonds or walnuts (optional)
- ¼ tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Pitted Medjool dates, a mixing bowl for optional fillings, parchment paper for cleanup, and a microwave-safe bowl.
- Melt the dark chocolate in the microwave in short intervals of 30 seconds, stirring until smooth.
- Make a lengthwise slit in each date, opening it like a treasure chest.
- If using nuts, fill each date with either whole or chopped pieces. Drizzle melted chocolate into each date's opening.
- Place stuffed dates on parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.
- Sprinkle with sea salt before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed date (20g)
- Calories: 105
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg