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Healthy Date Candy Bars

Irresistibly Chewy Healthy Date Candy Bars You’ll Love

These Healthy Date Candy Bars are a wholesome treat made with dates and peanut butter, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Healthy, Vegan
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 15 dates Medjool dates pitted
  • 1 cup Peanut butter or almond butter as a substitute
  • 1 cup Crunchy pretzels gluten-free if needed
For Coating
  • 1 cup Dark chocolate dairy-free for a vegan option
  • 1 pinch Salt to enhance flavor

Equipment

  • High-speed blender
  • Square baking dish
  • Parchment Paper
  • Microwave-Safe Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Sharp Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the caramel by blending Medjool dates and peanut butter until smooth.
  2. Mix in crushed pretzels by folding them into the date and peanut butter mixture.
  3. Set the mixture in a lined baking dish, pressing down to create an even layer.
  4. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm it up.
  5. Melt the dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl until smooth.
  6. Coat the chilled bars in melted chocolate and place them back on parchment.
  7. Chill the coated bars again for 15-20 minutes until the chocolate is set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 12gCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store the bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks, or freeze for longer storage.

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