TikTok's Viral Chocolate Date Bark Recipe
TikTokers Say This Viral Chocolate Date Bark Tastes Like Snickers — and They're Not Wrong
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From cottage cheese ice cream to baked oats that taste like chocolate chip cookies, TikTok is full of recipes that claim to be healthy alternatives to classic sweets — and the latest date-bark obsession is no different. TikTokers across the app swear this recipe, first shared by creator @thathealthjunkie, tastes just like a Snickers bar, but in this case, it isn't just clickbait. Much like a real Snickers, chocolate and nuts make up the main components of the date bark; however, instead of caramel, it calls for medjool dates. Though you probably wouldn't expect a dried fruit to be a tasty caramel alternative, medjool dates actually have a texture and sweetness that is comparable to caramel.
To make date bark, you start by arranging a layer of dates on a baking tray. This is followed by a layer of peanut butter sprinkled with any nuts of your choosing. Some TikTokers also suggest adding shredded coconut and sea salt, but for a more Snickers-like taste, you'll want to stick to peanuts. Melted chocolate then makes up the top layer, and after a few minutes in the freezer, your date bark will be ready to chop up and enjoy. While it won't taste exactly like a Snickers bar, it'll definitely satisfy your craving for one, especially if you're looking to reduce your intake of added sugar.
If you don't want to make a whole tray of date bark, luckily the recipe is also easy to scale down. Most of the recipes being shared on TikTok call for at least a dozen dates, but you can just as easily use a cupcake tin to make mini ones with only one or two dates at the bottom. If you're a big fan of Snickers, though, you may want to plan for a bigger batch, because these really do taste similar to the beloved candy. Check out the full recipe below to learn how to make the TikTok-trendy date bark.
@thathealthjunkie DATE CRUNCH BARK - crunchy, chewy, creamy, sweet n salty n so satisfying. easy to make and is the perfect snack. 20 medjool dates, flattened w the bottom of a cup* peanut butter 3/4c almonds* 150g dark chocolate flakey salt *helps if u grease/ wet the bottom of the glass so the date can slide off and not stick. *toasted almonds will take it to the next level - if allergic to almonds, use another nut, seeds or granola.
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Date Bark
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Ingredients
- 9 ounces pitted medjool dates
1/4 cup peanut butter
2 ounces chocolate
2 tablespoons chopped nuts
2 tablespoons shredded coconut (optional)
Flaky salt to taste
Directions
- Slice each date lengthwise and flatten them close together on a parchment-lined baking tray.
- Cover with an even layer of peanut butter. For easy spreading, microwave the peanut butter beforehand.
- Top with nuts, shredded coconut, or any toppings you'd like.
- Melt the chocolate, then carefully pour it on top.
- Before the chocolate solidifies, sprinkle on some salt.
- Chill in the freezer for at least 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Information
- Category
- Desserts, Chocolate
- Yield
- 10 servings
- Total Time
- 19 minutes, 59 seconds
