Looking for a sweet treat? Chocolate Date Bark is the perfect no-bake snack, combining natural sweetness from dates with the creamy richness of peanut butter and dark chocolate. Whether you’re craving a quick dessert or a snack, this recipe checks all the boxes. In this post, you’ll learn how to make this viral favorite step-by-step, along with tips to customize it to your taste.
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Key Ingredients
- Dates: Provide natural sweetness and a chewy texture, making this treat both flavorful and nutrient-rich.
- Creamy Peanut Butter: Adds a layer of creaminess and nutty flavor, complementing the dates and chocolate.
- Dark Chocolate Chips: The rich, slightly bitter flavor balances the sweetness of the dates.
- Ghee: Helps achieve a smooth, glossy chocolate layer when melted.
- Crushed Peanuts (Optional): Adds crunch and enhances the nutty flavor.
Pair this no-bake dessert with Easy Gluten-Free Egg Bites for a complete brunch.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Prepare the Base
- Line a baking sheet or small tray with parchment paper.
- Spread the chopped dates evenly across the parchment paper, pressing them down to create a thin, uniform layer.
Add Peanut Butter Layer
- Warm the peanut butter slightly to make it easier to spread (microwave for 10-15 seconds if needed).
- Spread the peanut butter over the date layer evenly, ensuring it covers the entire surface.
Melt the Chocolate
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and ghee.
- Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until the chocolate is smooth and fully melted.
Assemble the Bark
- Pour the melted chocolate over the peanut butter and date layers, spreading it out with a spatula to cover evenly.
- Sprinkle crushed peanuts on top for added crunch (optional).
Set and Chill
- Place the tray in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours, or until the bark is completely firm.
Cut and Serve
- Once set, remove the bark from the tray and cut it into pieces or break it into chunks.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
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FAQs
Chocolate Date Bark stays fresh for up to a week when stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Ensure it’s stored in the fridge or a cool, dry place. Avoid exposing it to direct sunlight or high temperatures.
If the chocolate doesn’t harden, it may have been overheated during melting. Use a microwave in short intervals to prevent burning or add a small amount of ghee for a glossy finish.
No, it’s best stored in the refrigerator due to the peanut butter and date base.
Chocolate Date Bark Recipe
Equipment
- Microwave-safe bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup dates pitted and roughly chopped
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter unsweetened and unsalted
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon ghee
- 2 tablespoons crushed peanuts optional
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread chopped dates evenly.
- Warm peanut butter slightly and spread over dates.
- Melt chocolate with ghee in a microwave-safe bowl and pour over peanut butter layer.
- Sprinkle crushed peanuts if desired.
- Chill in the fridge for 1-2 hours, cut, and serve.
