Nourishing Medjool Dates Stuffed with Nut Butter, Dark Chocolate + More: A Delicious Homemade Snack
If you’re anything like me, you love a sweet, satisfying snack in the evening paired with a comforting cup of tea. But finding healthy, affordable options can sometimes feel like a challenge—especially when store-bought “healthy snacks” are often costly or overly processed.
That’s why I’m excited to share this go-to snack recipe that’s easy to make, delicious, packed with nourishing ingredients. Inspired by my friend Toni from Feed Me Momma, these medjool dates stuffed with nut butter, wrapped in dark chocolate, sprinkled with sea salt, freeze-dried raspberries + coconut flakes are the perfect treat.
Why Medjool Dates Make the Perfect Snack Base
Medjool dates are naturally sweet + chewy, making them a fantastic natural alternative to processed sweets. They’re rich in fibre, potassium, magnesium + antioxidants, which support digestion, heart health + energy levels. Plus, their natural sugars provide a gentle energy boost without the crash.
The Nut Butter Twist: Peanut vs. Cashew
I usually use peanut butter for this snack, but cashew butter is another amazing choice. Both nut butters add a creamy texture + are rich in healthy fats, protein + vitamins like E + B-complex. These fats + proteins help keep you feeling full + satisfied, balancing out the natural sugars in the dates.
The Magic of Dark Chocolate + Sea Salt
Melting dark chocolate to wrap these little bundles adds a luscious, rich flavour with health benefits like antioxidants + mood-enhancing compounds. Adding a sprinkle of sea salt (shoutout to my friend Lauren for the tip!) beautifully contrasts the sweetness + brings out the chocolate’s depth.
Final Touch: Freeze-Dried Raspberries + Coconut Flakes
Topping the dates with freeze-dried raspberries adds a burst of tangy flavour + a boost of vitamin C + antioxidants, while coconut flakes offer a delicate crunch + healthy medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) that support metabolism + brain health.
How to Make Your Medjool Date Nut Butter Treats
Ingredients:
Pitted medjool dates (it makes it a lot easier!)
Nut butter (peanut or cashew)
Dark chocolate (70% cacao or higher)
Sea salt
Freeze-dried raspberries
Coconut flakes
Method:
Pit the medjool dates if they aren’t already pitted.
Slice (not all the way through) the medjool dates
Stuff each date with a generous spoonful of your favourite nut butter.
Melt the dark chocolate gently until smooth.
Dip each stuffed date in the melted chocolate, ensuring they’re fully coated.
Place the chocolate-coated dates on a parchment-lined tray.
Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt, freeze-dried raspberries + coconut flakes on top.
Freeze for at least 30 minutes to set.
Store in the freezer + take out a few minutes before enjoying.
Why Making Your Own Snacks is a Game-Changer
Not only does this recipe taste amazing, but it’s also budget-friendly, nourishing + customisable. Making snacks at home means you control the ingredients, avoid preservatives + can bulk batch to save time. Plus, it’s a fun way to experiment with flavours + textures!