Snickers Stuffed Dates

Sweet, Chewy, and Guilt-Free Treats

Snickers stuffed dates are a healthy yet indulgent snack. These bite-sized treats combine naturally sweet Medjool dates with creamy caramel, nougat, peanuts, and chocolate, creating a decadent snack that feels luxurious without refined sugar overload.

Perfect for holiday parties, dessert tables, or an everyday energy boost, these treats are easy to make and naturally gluten-free.

Why These Snickers Stuffed Dates Are Special

• Naturally sweet: Dates provide natural sugar and chewy texture.
• Portable: Easy to serve individually or pack in lunchboxes.
• Customizable: Swap Snickers for mini chocolate bars, peanut butter cups, or vegan alternatives.
• Healthy-ish: High in fiber and protein from dates and nuts, while still satisfying sweet cravings.

Ingredients

• 12 Medjool dates, pitted
• 6 mini Snickers bars or chopped Snickers pieces
• 2 tablespoons cream cheese or almond butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Optional: melted dark chocolate for drizzling

Instructions

1. Slice dates lengthwise on one side and remove pits if not pre-pitted.
2. Mix cream cheese or almond butter with vanilla extract until smooth.
3. Stuff each date with a small piece of Snickers and a spoonful of cream cheese mixture.
4. Close the date around the filling, pressing gently to seal.
5. Optional: drizzle melted dark chocolate over stuffed dates for extra decadence.
6. Arrange stuffed dates on a serving platter.
7. Chill in the refrigerator 10–15 minutes before serving to firm up.
8. Serve as a sweet snack, dessert, or party appetizer.

Tips for Perfect Snickers Stuffed Dates

• Room temperature dates: Soft, plump dates work best for easy stuffing.
• Alternative fillings: Use peanut butter, cashew butter, or Nutella for variation.
• Chocolate drizzle: Use a spoon or piping bag for precise drizzle.
• Storage: Keep in airtight container in fridge for 3–4 days.

Serving Ideas

• Serve with coffee or tea for a sweet afternoon pick-me-up.
• Add a sprinkle of crushed nuts on top for extra crunch.
• Perfect as bite-sized desserts at parties, brunches, or gatherings.

Storage & Freezing

• Refrigerate: Store stuffed dates in an airtight container up to 4 days.
• Freeze: Place on a tray, freeze until firm, then transfer to freezer-safe bag for up to 1 month. Thaw before serving.

Snickers Stuffed Dates

Chewy Medjool dates filled with caramel, nougat, peanuts, and optionally drizzled with chocolate. Perfect sweet, healthy, and indulgent bite-sized treats.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Servings: 12 dates

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main

• 12 Medjool dates pitted
• 6 mini Snickers bars or chopped Snickers
• 2 tbsp cream cheese or almond butter
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• optional: melted dark chocolate for drizzling

Equipment

• Mixing bowl
• Spoon
• Serving platter
• Piping bag or spoon for drizzle

Method

 

1. Slice dates lengthwise and remove pits if not pre-pitted.
2. Mix cream cheese or almond butter with vanilla extract until smooth.
3. Stuff each date with a small piece of Snickers and a spoonful of cream cheese mixture.
4. Close the date around the filling, pressing gently to seal.
5. Optional: drizzle melted dark chocolate over stuffed dates.
6. Arrange stuffed dates on a serving platter.
7. Chill in the refrigerator 10–15 minutes before serving.
8. Serve as a sweet snack, dessert, or party appetizer.

Notes

Keep in airtight container in fridge for 3–4 days. Freeze for up to 1 month. Swap Snickers with mini chocolate bars or peanut butter cups for variation.