Viral Date Bark Recipe
This Viral Date Bark recipe is a decadent, no-bake treat combining the natural sweetness of Medjool dates, creamy peanut butter, and rich dark chocolate. Topped with crunchy pistachios and a sprinkle of sea salt flakes, it’s a perfect balance of flavors and textures, ideal as a healthy snack or dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Dates Base
- 30 Medjool dates, pitted
Chocolate Topping
- 150 g dark chocolate (85%)
- 1 tbsp cacao butter or coconut oil
Other Toppings
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 2 tbsp chopped pistachios
- 2 pinch sea salt flakes
Instructions
- Prepare the Dates: Using a knife, slice the Medjool dates lengthwise on one side and carefully remove the pits. Arrange the pitted dates on a baking sheet and press them down gently with a potato masher to create an even, compact base layer.
- Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate with cacao butter or coconut oil. Microwave the mixture for 30 seconds intervals, stirring thoroughly each time, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
- Assemble the Bark: Spread the peanut butter evenly over the pressed date layer. Pour the melted chocolate over the peanut butter, smoothing it out. Sprinkle the crushed pistachios and sea salt flakes generously on top.
- Set and Serve: Place the assembled bark in the refrigerator for 2 hours to firm up, or in the freezer for 1 hour if you prefer a quicker set. Once firm, cut into pieces and enjoy this delicious and nutritious treat.
Notes
- Use fresh Medjool dates for optimal sweetness and texture.
- Dark chocolate with 85% cacao provides a rich and slightly bitter contrast to the sweet dates and peanut butter.
- Substitute cacao butter with coconut oil for a slightly different flavor and to help smooth melting.
- Store the bark in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- For a nut-free version, swap peanut butter and pistachios for sunflower seed butter and seeds.
Keywords: date bark, no bake dessert, healthy snack, Medjool dates, peanut butter bark, dark chocolate bark, gluten free dessert
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