Peanut Butter Stuffed Medjool Dates

03/17/19

(Updated 11/26/24)

Craving a quick, yet indulgent, sweet treat? These stuffed Medjool dates are filled with a lush combination of creamy peanut butter, bitter dark chocolate, and flaky sea salt. Ready in just 5 minutes, they’re perfect as a wholesome sweet snack or effortless dessert. Vegan-friendly and dairy-free!

Stuffed medjool dates with peanut butter, dark chocolate and sea salt.

These stuffed dates are divinedangerously moreish, in fact.

They’re the epitome of ‘low-key fancy’: simple enough for a weekday pick-me-up, yet elegant enough to impress guests when entertaining.

The caramel-like Medjool dates are the star of the show, serving as the perfect vessel for the creamy pb, dark chocolate and sea salt. While I won’t claim they taste like a Snickers Bar (that would be tomfoolery), the peanut-caramel vibes are so good. All-in-all, a lovely little healthy sweet treat.

As a Registered Nutritionist, I love using dates in my kitchen. Not only do they make a fantastic fruit-based sweetener (case in point: my crowd-favourite fruit-sweetened banana date bread!🍌), but they also offer good nutrition back-for-buck, including dietary fibre, antioxidants, and vitamins. For more desserts celebrating Medjool dates, make sure to check out N&T’s collection of healthy date recipes!

Gather Ingredients

  • Medjool dates. Large, soft and moist, they’re are ideal for stuffing. Find them in the chilled produce section, not with the dried fruit.
  • Peanut butter. A good natural peanut butter (just peanuts and salt) is a great source of heart-healthy fats, making these stuffed dates extra satisfying👌. Both smooth and crunchy works a charm.
  • Dark chocolate. Opt for a dark chocolate with at least 75% cocoa solids. It’s rich in antioxidants and adds a slightly bitter note to balance the dates.
  • Sea salt. To make the other ingredients pop. I like flaky sea salt for its light, fine and crunchy textureit really elevates these.

Peanut or nut allergy? This recipe adapts easily to whatever’s on hand. If you have a peanut allergy, simply sub out peanut butter for another nut butter, like almond or cashew. Otherwise, for a nut-free alternative, tahini is ace🤙.

Kitchen Tips

Keen to give these filled dates a go? Here are my tried-and-tested tips:

  • Bring dates to room temperature. Cold, refrigerated dates have a tendency to stiffen. For easier stuffing, let them warm up first.
  • Remove the pit. Use a small, sharp knife to make a lengthwise slit down the date, then gently remove the hard inner seed. Just be sure to only cut through the top half of the date so that the filling won’t run out the bottom.
  • Fill as you like. This recipe is barely a recipe, moreso an assembly of ingredients. You might need a little more or a little less of nut butter, dark chocolate and salt, to suit the size of the date.

Serving & Storage

There’s no one-size-fits-all serving size for this moreish sweet treat, though they’re quite rich and decadent.

One or two work as a pick-me-up snack or light dessert, while three makes an ample stand-alone option when serving guests—comparable in energy to, or lighter than, many traditional desserts.

You can prep these in advance, but remember they’re best enjoyed at room temperature. If prepping ahead, let them sit for a few minutes so the peanut butter softens and the flavours meld together—yum! If you have leftovers, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3–4 days.

A close up of peanut butter stuffed dates with dark chocolate and sea salt.

Nutrition Q&A

What are the nutrition benefits of dates? Medjool dates are celebrated for their natural sweetness, but they’re more than just a treat! They’re a source of dietary fibre, as well as essential minerals like potassium, manganese, and copper.

Although naturally rich in sugars, their fibre helps slow their absorption into your bloodstream. They have a moderate glycemic index, meaning they provide a steady release of energy when enjoyed in moderation.

Pairing dates with protein, fibre, or healthy fats—like nut butter in these stuffed dates—can help keep blood sugar steady and make them a more satisfying, balanced snack.

Thanks for reading! I hope you enjoy this recipe. If you’re a peanut butter-date fan, make sure to try this peanut butter chocolate date bark.

Peanut Butter Stuffed Medjool Dates

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Serving Size: 3
Rating:
Medjool dates sliced and filled with peanut butter and dark chocolate on a white plate.

Ingredients:  

  • 6 medjool dates
  • 3 tsp peanut butter
  • A couple of small squares of dark chocolate
  • 6 small pinches of flakey sea salt

Method:

  • Finely slice down the middle of each date lengthways, cutting about half way down the date. Gently open by pulling apart.
  • Remove inner pit if needed and discard.
  • Spoon nut butter into date.
  • Using a knife chop dark chocolate. Sprinkle overtop of the nut butter.
  • Sprinkle with a small pinch of sea salt. Enjoy!

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