Five Minute Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Date Bites Recipe
Introduction
These Five Minute Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Date Bites are a quick and delicious treat that combines the sweetness of dates with creamy peanut butter and chocolate. Perfect as a healthy snack or a guilt-free dessert, they come together in just minutes without any baking.
Ingredients
- 10 medjool dates, pitted and flattened
- 1/2 cup runny peanut butter
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp coconut flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup peanuts
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (or to taste)
- Melted chocolate (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, mix together the peanut butter, maple syrup, coconut flour, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Step 2: Fold in the peanuts and mini chocolate chips gently.
- Step 3: Roll the peanut butter cookie dough into small balls and place one on top of each flattened date. If desired, drizzle the dates with melted chocolate.
- Step 4: Freeze the stuffed dates for 20 minutes to set. Store in the fridge and enjoy!
Tips & Variations
- For a nut-free version, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter and use seeds instead of peanuts.
- Chop the peanuts for a crunchier texture or swap them for chopped almonds or walnuts.
- Adjust the amount of chocolate chips to your preference or omit them for a simpler bite.
- If dates are not sticky enough, warm them slightly to make flattening easier.
Storage
Store the date bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. For longer storage, freeze them for up to one month. To enjoy, thaw in the fridge or at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use regular flour instead of coconut flour?
Coconut flour absorbs more moisture than regular flour, so using regular flour will change the texture. If substituting, start with less flour and adjust as needed to achieve a similar dough consistency.
What’s the best way to pit and flatten the dates?
Slice the dates lengthwise to remove the pits easily, then use your fingertips or the bottom of a glass to gently press and flatten them for stuffing.
PrintFive Minute Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Date Bites Recipe
These Five Minute Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Date Bites are a quick, delicious, and healthy treat combining sweet medjool dates with creamy peanut butter and chocolate chips. Perfect for a nutritious snack or dessert, they require no baking and are ready in just minutes with simple ingredients.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 10 date bites 1x
- Category: Snacks
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 10 medjool dates, pitted and flattened
- 1/2 cup runny peanut butter
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp coconut flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1/4 cup peanuts
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (or to taste)
Optional Topping
- Melted chocolate (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Prepare the Peanut Butter Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine peanut butter, maple syrup, coconut flour, and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and fully blended, creating your cookie dough base.
- Add Peanuts and Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the peanuts and mini chocolate chips into the peanut butter mixture, ensuring even distribution without breaking up the chips.
- Assemble Date Bites: Roll the peanut butter cookie dough into small balls. Place one small ball on top of each flattened date to create stuffed bites. For extra indulgence, drizzle melted chocolate over the top if desired.
- Chill to Set: Place the stuffed dates in the freezer for about 20 minutes to firm up the cookie dough topping. Once set, transfer them to the refrigerator for storage. Serve chilled and enjoy your no-bake treat!
Notes
- Use soft medjool dates for easy flattening and sweetness.
- Runny peanut butter works best for mixing; stir natural peanut butter if needed to loosen.
- Adjust the amount of chocolate chips to your taste preference.
- Store these bites in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.
- Freezing before serving helps the cookie dough firm up while maintaining a nice texture.
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