Peanut Butter Pretzel Date Bark

5 from 3 votes

Enjoy this simple, no-bake recipe for Peanut Butter Pretzel Date Bark! With only four ingredients and the goodness of nature's candy (Medjool dates!) and the rich taste of chocolate and peanut butter this treat is a must try! The addition of mini pretzels provides a delightful crunch and a hint of saltiness. You can conveniently store it in the freezer for a healthy snack ready whenever!

Prep Time10

Chill time1

Total Time1 10

Course: Snack

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Calories: 386kcal

Author: Christy Faber

Ingredients

16 large Medjool dates
1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
3 tbsp peanut butter
⅓ cup mini pretzels

Instructions

Cut a slit in each Medjool date and remove the pits. Lay the opened dates flat on a parchment paper-lined tray, ensuring they are touching and press them flat.
Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips until smooth and creamy.
Pour the melted chocolate over the dates. Use a spatula to smooth out the chocolate layer into an even layer.
Place the mini pretzels over the layer of melted chocolate and break up some of the mini pretzels into small pieces and scatter them over.
Drizzle the melty peanut butter over the chocolate-covered dates and pretzels.
(To make the peanut butter melty and easy to drizzle, microwave it in a small dish for 15-second intervals, stirring between each interval. Continue microwaving and stirring until the peanut butter reaches a smooth and pourable consistency.)
Place the tray in the refrigerator and let the bark chill until the chocolate is firm, usually for about 1 hour.
Once chilled, take the tray out and cut the peanut butter pretzel date bark into mismatched sizes and pieces using a sharp knife.

Notes

Choosing soft and plump Medjool dates not only ensures a deliciously chewy texture but also makes the process of pressing them down into an even layer much smoother.

If your dates are a bit dry, consider soaking them in warm water for a few minutes. Then drain the excess water and pat them dry with a towel before adding to the parchment.

To make the peanut butter melty and easy to drizzle you can warm it up in the microwave for 10-15 seconds before drizzling.

Feel free to experiment with additional ingredients such as chopped nuts, dried fruit, or a sprinkle of sea salt for added flavor and texture.

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