5-Ingredient Date Snickers: A Healthy & Guilt-Free Treat

If you’re craving a chocolatey, chewy, and nutty treat but want something healthier than regular candy bars, these 5-Ingredient Date Snickers are your answer! Made with Medjool dates, peanut butter, roasted nuts, dark chocolate, and a pinch of sea salt, these naturally sweet, no-bake snacks taste just like Snickers—but without the refined sugar and artificial ingredients.

Perfect for snacking, meal prep, or a quick energy boost, these date-based Snickers bars are vegan, gluten-free, and packed with nutrients.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Tastes Like Snickers – But way healthier and naturally sweetened.
Only 5 Simple Ingredients – No refined sugar, dairy, or artificial flavors.
Quick & No-Bake – Ready in 15 minutes with minimal effort.
Perfect for Meal Prep – Store in the fridge or freezer for an easy grab-and-go snack.

Ingredients

6 Medjool dates, pitted
¼ cup peanut butter (or almond butter)
¼ cup roasted peanuts (or any nuts of choice)
½ cup dark chocolate, melted
A pinch of sea salt (optional, but highly recommended!)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep the Dates

Slice each Medjool date lengthwise (without cutting all the way through).
Remove the pit, creating a small pocket in each date.

2. Fill with Peanut Butter & Nuts

Spoon a small amount of peanut butter into each date.
Press roasted peanuts into the peanut butter.

3. Dip in Dark Chocolate

Melt the dark chocolate in a microwave or over a double boiler.
Using a fork, dip each stuffed date into the melted chocolate, coating it completely.
Place on a parchment-lined tray.

4. Sprinkle with Sea Salt & Set

Before the chocolate hardens, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top for extra flavor.
Refrigerate for 10-15 minutes until the chocolate is firm.

5. Serve & Enjoy

Enjoy immediately, or store in an airtight container for later.

How to Store

Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Freezer: Freeze for up to 2 months and thaw before eating.
Room Temperature: Can be kept at cool room temperature for 2-3 days.

Variations & Customizations

Make it Nut-Free – Use sunflower seed butter instead of peanut butter.
Add a Crunch – Mix crushed pretzels or puffed rice into the peanut butter.
Boost the Protein – Stir in a little protein powder into the filling.
Use Different Nuts – Try cashews, almonds, or hazelnuts instead of peanuts.

Why These Date Snickers Are a Must-Try

These 5-Ingredient Date Snickers are sweet, chewy, crunchy, and perfectly chocolatey—a healthier alternative to store-bought candy bars that actually satisfies your cravings.

Whether you’re making them for yourself, your family, or meal prepping for the week, they’re easy, delicious, and guilt-free.

So, grab some Medjool dates and make a batch today—you won’t regret it!