Date Bark Recipe

Indulge in this easy-to-make Date Bark, featuring sweet Medjool dates layered with creamy peanut butter and topped with rich melted chocolate. Perfect for a quick snack or dessert, this treat is customizable with your favorite toppings and ready in under an hour!

Course Appetizer, Dessert, Holiday Recipes

Cuisine American

Keyword Date Bark Recipe

Prep Time 15

Freezing Time 45

Servings Servings

Calories 190kcal

Author Bon Appeteach

Ingredients

12 Dates pitted
1/2 cup Peanut Butter
1.5 cups Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips milk or dark chocolate can also be used
1/2 tsp Coconut Oil

Optional Toppings

Nuts any style
Coconut
Dried Fruit
Sprinkles

Instructions

Slice the Medjool dates in half and remove the pits.
Press each date half flat onto a sheet of parchment paper to create an even layer. Arrange the dates close together so they form a bark base. You can use a fork or a rolling pin to press and flatten them down a bit to help.
Place the peanut butter in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 30-second increments, stirring between each, until it becomes easily pourable.
Pour the melted peanut butter over the pressed dates and use a spoon or spatula to spread it evenly.
Place the dates in the refrigerator or freezer for 15-20 minutes, or until the peanut butter hardens.
Melt the chocolate and coconut oil together in the microwave in 15-20 second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth, or use a double boiler.
Remove the chilled dates and peanut butter from the fridge or freezer. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the peanut butter layer, spreading it evenly to cover the surface.
Sprinkle your chosen toppings (crushed nuts, sea salt, shredded coconut, etc.) onto the chocolate while it’s still warm.
Return the bark to the refrigerator or freezer for 20-30 minutes, or until the chocolate is fully set.
Once hardened, remove the bark from the parchment paper and cut it into pieces. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer.

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