Date Candy
Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistible Date Candy bites—an easy, no-bake treat that's as wholesome as it is decadent. Featuring naturally sweet Medjool dates stuffed with toasted almonds, rolled in shredded coconut, and elegantly dipped in silky dark chocolate, this recipe is a perfect blend of textures and flavors. A sprinkle of sea salt adds the perfect touch of savory contrast to balance the sweetness, making these treats both satisfying and refined. Quick to prepare and made with simple, nutrient-rich ingredients, these date candies are ideal for holiday platters, guilt-free snacking, or as a homemade gift. Plus, they're gluten-free and packed with energy, making them a hit for health-conscious and indulgent cravings alike. Ready in under 30 minutes, this crowd-pleaser brings a touch of luxury to your dessert table without the fuss!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 pieces Medjool dates
- 1 cup Almonds
- 0.5 cup Shredded unsweetened coconut
- 0.5 cup Dark chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon Coconut oil
- 0.25 teaspoon Sea salt
Instructions
Prepare the dates by splitting them open lengthwise and removing the pits. Set the pitted dates aside.
Toast the almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until lightly golden and aromatic. Allow them to cool.
Stuff each pitted date with 1 or 2 toasted almonds, depending on the size of the date. Press the date closed around the almond(s).
Sprinkle shredded coconut on a plate or shallow dish. Roll each stuffed date in the coconut, pressing gently so the coconut adheres to the surface.
Melt the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil together in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-30 second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth and glossy.
Dip each coconut-covered stuffed date halfway into the melted chocolate, and place it onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle a tiny pinch of sea salt onto the chocolate-dipped portion of each date for flavor contrast.
Place the baking sheet in the fridge for 15-20 minutes to allow the chocolate to set.
Once the chocolate has hardened, serve the date candies immediately or store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2804 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 147.4 g | 189% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.3 g | 301% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 596 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 372.8 g | 136% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 58.3 g | 208% | |
| Total Sugars | 295.7 g | ||
| Protein | 42.2 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 692 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 18.4 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 3265 mg | 69% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
