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Healthy Date Candy Bars

Deliciously Healthy Date Candy Bars You Can't Resist

These Healthy Date Candy Bars are a guilt-free indulgence that satisfy cravings while being vegan, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Date Caramel
  • 1 cup Medjool Dates Natural sweetness and chewy texture
  • 1/2 cup Peanut Butter Adds richness and creaminess
For the Crunchy Layer
  • 2 cups Pretzels Ensure they're gluten-free if needed
For the Chocolate Coating
  • 1 cup Dark Chocolate (dairy-free) Opt for high cacao content

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Baking dish (8x8 inch)
  • Heatproof bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by placing your Medjool dates and peanut butter in a food processor. Blend the ingredients on high speed for about 2-3 minutes, until you achieve a smooth and thick caramel consistency.
  2. Line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper for easy removal. Scoop the date caramel mixture into the dish and spread it evenly across the bottom.
  3. Sprinkle the gluten-free pretzels generously over the pressed date caramel layer and gently press them into the mixture.
  4. In a heatproof bowl, melt your dark chocolate using a double boiler, stirring frequently for about 5-7 minutes until it’s completely smooth.
  5. Once your chocolate is melted, pour it evenly over the pretzel layer in the dish, using a spatula to spread it smoothly.
  6. Chill the dish in the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours, or until the chocolate has fully set.
  7. After the chocolate has hardened, remove the entire block from the dish by lifting the parchment paper and cut into squares or bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Keep your bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. They can also be frozen for longer storage.

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