Date Bark
Date Bark satisfies your sweet tooth naturally. Chewy dates blend with creamy nut butter and rich dark chocolate. It's a no-bake, tasty delight packed with fiber, healthy fats and potassium. This is such a fun snack for kids and adults!
Servings 8 pieces
Ingredients
- 20 pitted dates
- ¼ cup creamy all natural peanut butter
- ¼ cup granola
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
- sea salt optional
Instructions
- First, line a baking pan with parchment paper.
- Pit the dates. Gently split the dates open. Place them touching together on the parchment paper. Press down with your hands lightly.
- Spread the creamy peanut butter on top.
- Then, add the granola on top.
- In a microwave safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil. Stir until completely smooth and creamy. Spread this on top.
- Sprinkle with sea salt if desired. Place in the freezer for 10 to 15 minutes, until the chocolate has hardened.
- Finally, remove from the date bark freezer. Cut into pieces and enjoy! Store in the fridge.
Notes
- Create the base layer with dates that are all touching.
- If desired, use creamy almond butter or cashew butter.
- Carefully melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil together. Microwave in increments, stirring to prevent burning.
- Allow the chocolate to completely harden before breaking apart.
- Store in the fridge or freezer for up to 1 month in an airtight container.
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Nutrition Facts
Nutrition FactsDate BarkAmount Per ServingCalories 180 Calories from Fat 81% Daily Value*Fat 9g14%Saturated Fat 5g31%Polyunsaturated Fat 1gMonounsaturated Fat 2gCholesterol 0.1mg0%Sodium 48mg2%Potassium 246mg7%Carbohydrates 24g8%Fiber 2g8%Sugar 17g19%Protein 4g8%Vitamin A 3IU0%Vitamin C 0.1mg0%Calcium 48mg5%Iron 1mg6%* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.