Easy Peanut Butter Stuffed Dates
These Peanut Butter Stuffed Dates are a delicious and healthy treat that can be enjoyed as a snack or dessert. Dates are naturally sweet and packed with nutrients like fiber, potassium, and magnesium. When stuffed with creamy peanut butter, they become a satisfying treat that everyone can enjoy.
Peanut butter and chocolate recipes are some of my favorite recipes to make. The delicious blend of these two flavors is just the best combination I’ve ever tried. If you are also a fan these Peanut Butter Pretzel Bites or these Chocolate Peanut Butter Fat Bombs also make great options for a healthy snack.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- One great thing about this recipe is that you only need a few simple ingredients so you don’t have to worry about spending a lot of money on your next trip to the grocery store to make this quick snack.
- Plus, they can be made ahead of time so that you have the perfect snack ready to go when you are craving something sweet but want a healthier treat.
- And, no cooking is involved so you don’t have to worry about turning on the stove!
Are you looking for the perfect healthy snack that is filled with rich peanut butter? Next time, give this Healthy Peanut Butter Balls recipe a try.
Equipment Needed
- sharp knife and cutting board
- piping bag
- microwave-safe bowl
Ingredients
This is a quick list of the ingredients that you will need to make this delicious treat. You can find the full list of ingredients and amounts needed in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Medjool dates
- Peanut butter
- Peanuts
- Chocolate chips
How to Make These Peanut Butter Stuffed Dates
This is a quick overview of the steps needed to make this recipe. You can find the full list of instructions in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Slice the dates down the center.
- Chop the peanuts into pieces.
- Place the peanut butter in a piping bag, and then pipe the peanut butter into the center of the date. Top with crushed peanuts.
- Melt the microwave in 30-second intervals until smooth, and then drizzle over the top of the peanut butter stuffed dates. Allow to harden before serving.
What To Serve With This Dish
These peanut butter-stuffed dates are a great treat all on their own. However, you can also pair them with your favorite meal such as this
Substitutions and Additions
- Instead of using peanut butter, you can also use your favorite nut butter such as almond butter or cashew butter.
- Do you have a nut allergy and need a nut-free version? If so, you can use sunflower seed butter and sunflower seeds. There’s no need to chop the sunflower seeds though.
- You can use any type of chocolate chips for this recipe. I like to use either milk chocolate chips or rich dark chocolate chips. I think that they give the best flavor.
- For a little more flavor you can also top these with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt while the chocolate is still wet for added crunch and flavor.
How To Store
Store the peanut butter filled dates in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week. If you can manage to get them to last that long. They disappear quickly in our house.
Sandra’s Pro Tips
- I like to use natural creamy peanut butter. However, you can also use crunchy peanut butter if that’s your preference. I just recommend that you leave the chopped nuts out if you are using crunchy.
- If you want these dates to taste like healthy Snickers, you can add a small amount of your favorite caramel sauce to them as well.
- Don’t worry if you don’t have a piping bag you can use a Ziploc bag or a storage bag with the tip cut off to fill the date cavity.
FAQs
Do you have questions about this recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions for this recipe.
Dates have a shelf life of about 6-8 months if stored properly in a cool, dry place. However, they can go bad if exposed to moisture or heat. Signs that dates have gone bad include mold growth, sour smell, or hard and shriveled texture.
It is not necessary to refrigerate dates, but they can be stored in the fridge for a longer shelf life. Make sure to keep them in an airtight container or sealed bag to prevent any moisture from getting in. You can also freeze dates for up to one year if you want to store them for even longer.
Other Delicious Peanut Butter Recipes You May Enjoy
Peanut Butter Stuffed Dates
Equipment
- Knife
- piping bag
- microwave-safe bowl
Ingredients
- Medjool Dates
- Peanut butter
- peanuts chopped – I use Virginia
- Chocolate chips melted (optional)
Instructions
- Slice medjool dates lenghwise without slicing in half and remove the pit
- Chop peanuts
- Place peanut butter in a piping bag or a plastic sandwich bag with the end snipped off
- Pipe peanut butter in the center of the date. Top with chopped peanuts.
- If adding chocolate, melt the chocolate chips in a microwaave in 30 second intervals stirring until the chocolate is creamy. Drizzle over the prepared peanut butter stuffed dates or dip the whole date in the chocolate.
Notes
- I like to use natural creamy peanut butter. However, you can also use crunchy peanut butter if that’s your preference. I just recommend that you leave the chopped nuts out if you are using crunchy.
- If you want these dates to taste like healthy Snickers, you can add a small amount of your favorite caramel sauce to them as well.
- Don’t worry if you don’t have a piping bag you can use a Ziploc bag or a storage bag with the tip cut off to fill the date cavity.
Nutrition
Disclaimer
Please note that the nutritional information provided are guidelines and may vary based on the brand of products used. For your specific nutritional goals use My Fitness Pal or Verywell Fit recipe calculators. All content within this site is not intended as medical diagnosis or treatment and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical expertise.
