No-Bake Chocolate Covered Date Bars
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Freezing time
2 hrs 30 mins
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Total Time
2 hrs 40 mins
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Servings
36 bars
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Calories
1513 kcal
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Cuisine
American-Mediterranean Fusion
No-Bake Chocolate Covered Date Bars
Description
No-Bake Chocolate Covered Date Bars combine soft, pitted Medjool dates processed into a cohesive paste that forms the base layer. A smooth tahini layer adds creaminess and a subtle earthy flavor, while chopped walnuts provide texture on top. After assembling the layers in a lined baking dish, the bars are frozen until firm. They are then coated with melted dark chocolate, which hardens to create a crisp shell around the chewy and nutty interior.
The texture balances chewy date paste, creamy tahini, crunchy walnuts, and the glossy chocolate coating. The bars require no baking, making them an accessible option for assembling at home with minimal heat. Serving cold from the freezer delivers a refreshing chilled chocolate treat.
The bars store well in the freezer for up to two months if sealed containerized and can be thawed in the fridge before serving. Using a smooth tahini enhances the texture. These bars are portable and make wholesome snacks or dessert bites fueled by natural sweetness and nuts.
Ingredients
- 40 dates pitted, large Medjool, about 2 pounds
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 1 cup walnuts roughly chopped
- 1 1/2 cups dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare the dish: Line an 8x8 baking dish with parchment paper, making sure to have a good bit of overhang on the sides.
- Turn the dates into paste: Add the pitted dates to the bowl of a large food processor fitted with the S blade. Process on high briefly until the dates turn into a thick paste, about 1 to 2 minutes.
- Assemble: Transfer the date paste to the baking dish. Using wet hands, spread the paste evenly across the bottom of the dish. Spread the tahini evenly on top of the date layer using the back of a spoon. Sprinkle the chopped walnuts evenly on top.
- Freeze: Freeze until the layers have hardened, about 2 hours (or overnight).
- Melt the chocolate: When the layers have fully hardened, make a double boiler. In a medium saucepan set over medium-high heat, bring a few inches of water to a simmer. Place the chocolate chips in a heat-safe bowl. When the water begins to simmer, place the bowl of chocolate chips on top. The bottom of the bowl should not touch the water. As the chocolate begins to melt, stir continuously, scraping the sides of the bowl until the chocolate is fully melted. Remove the bowl from the heat and set aside.
- Cut the date bars: Remove the date and tahini layer from the freezer. Holding the parchment overhang on opposite sides, pull it out of the pan and set on a large cutting board. Remove the parchment. Now, using a good knife or a bench scraper, slice in half from top to bottom. Slice each half in half to make six even pieces. Turn and slice each piece into six even portions to make 36 bars.
- Coat the date bars in chocolate: Arrange the bars on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle the chocolate over the top. It’s okay if the chocolate does not fully cover each bar entirely.
- Freeze again: Stick the tray of chocolate covered date bars in the freezer for 30 minutes or until the chocolate hardens. Store any uneaten bars in a tightly closed container in your fridge for up to 1 week. Enjoy!
Notes
- Store assembled bars tightly sealed in the freezer for up to two months.
- Thaw bars overnight in the fridge before serving for best texture.
- Use smooth tahini for a creamier layer; Soom is a recommended brand but others work well.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 36bars
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1513 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 151.3kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 24.3g | 8% |
| Protein | 2.1g | 4% |
| Fat | 6.3g | 10% |
| Saturated Fat | 2.6g | 13% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.3g | 14% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 9.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 252.5mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2.3g | 9% |
| Sugar | 19.4g | 39% |
| Vitamin A | 41.2IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 46.7mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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