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Date Candy Bars

Decadent Date Candy Bars You Can Feel Great About

Healthy Date Candy Bars are a guilt-free sweet treat that satisfies cravings without refined sugars or gluten.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Healthy, Vegan
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 10 pieces Medjool Dates Soak in warm water for easier blending.
  • 1 cup Peanut Butter Consider almond or sunflower butter as alternatives.
For the Crunch
  • 2 cups Grain-Free Pretzels Ensure they meet dietary restrictions if gluten-free is needed.
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Dark Chocolate Use dairy-free chocolate chips for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt Sprinkle on top to balance the sweetness.

Equipment

  • food processor
  • microwave
  • 8x8-inch baking dish
  • spatula
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the caramel by blending Medjool dates and peanut butter in a food processor until smooth.
  2. Chop the grain-free pretzels into small pieces and fold them into the date caramel mixture.
  3. Line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper and press the mixture down evenly.
  4. Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes until firm.
  5. Melt the dark chocolate and pour it over the chilled mixture, spreading evenly.
  6. Return to the fridge to allow the chocolate to set for 20-30 minutes.
  7. Slice into bars and enjoy or store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week in the fridge, or freeze individually wrapped for up to 3 months.

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