Description
Chocolate covered dates are a delightful treat that combines the natural sweetness of dates with the rich flavor of chocolate, often topped with sea salt and crushed nuts.
Ingredients
- Medjool dates: 12 large
- Dark chocolate: 200 grams (about 7 ounces)
- Sea salt: a pinch
- Crushed nuts: 1/4 cup (such as almonds, walnuts, or pistachios)
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients: Medjool dates, dark chocolate, sea salt, and crushed nuts.
- Prepare the dates by slicing them lengthwise and removing the pit.
- Melt the dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval.
- Dip each date into the melted chocolate, ensuring they are fully coated, and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Let the chocolate-covered dates set in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
Notes
- Use high-quality dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa for the best flavor.
- Consider stuffing the dates with nut butter or whole nuts for added flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- For longer storage, freeze the dates separated by parchment paper.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 date
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: chocolate covered dates, dessert, healthy snack, Medjool dates, chocolate recipe