Quick 3-Ingredient Date and Peanut Treats (No Baking, No Sugar)

Quick 3-Ingredient Date and Peanut Treats (No Baking, No Sugar)

Ingredients You’ll Need

• Dates: 1 1/4 cups (200 g)
• Peanuts: 1 1/3 cups (190 g)
• White  Chocolate (or dark chocolate if preferred): 3.5 oz (100 g)

Optional Garnish:

• Sesame Seeds: To taste
• Dark Chocolate: To taste

Step-by-Step Guide:

Step 1: Prepare the Peanuts

• Place 1 1/3 cups of peanuts in a food processor.
• Grind the peanuts until they form a crumbly texture. Be careful not to over-process, as you don’t want to turn them into peanut butter.

Step 2: Prepare the Dates

• Wash 1 1/4 cups of dates, remove the pits, and add them to the food processor along with the ground peanuts.
• Grind the mixture until it forms a sticky, cohesive mass. The dates act as the binder, creating a naturally sweet and chewy base.

Step 3: Form the Mixture

• Transfer the sticky mixture into a bowl.
• Using your hands, squeeze the mixture together to form one solid block of dough. The texture should be firm and sticky enough to hold its shape.

Step 4: Roll and Coat

• Take a portion of the mixture and place it on a flat surface.
• Roll the portion into a log shape. If desired, sprinkle sesame seeds onto the surface and gently roll the log to coat it with the seeds.
• Repeat the process with the remaining mixture.
• Place the logs on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.

Step 5: Create Wells

• Using the end of a wooden spoon or your finger, make a small well in the center of each roll. This well will later be filled with melted chocolate, adding a creamy, indulgent center.

Step 6: Melt the Chocolate

• Place the white chocolate (or dark chocolate) in a heatproof bowl.
• Melt the chocolate by setting the bowl over a pot of boiling water, stirring until smooth. Alternatively, melt it in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each until fully melted.

Step 7: Fill and Decorate

• Once the chocolate is melted and slightly cooled, transfer it to a piping bag (or use a spoon).
• Fill the wells in the rolled logs with the melted white chocolate.
• If desired, melt dark chocolate for an extra decorative touch and drizzle it over the filled logs using another piping bag.

Step 8: Chill and Cut

• Let the filled and decorated rolls chill for about 5 minutes to allow the chocolate to set.
• Once set, heat a knife in hot water, dry it, and cut the logs into bite-sized pieces. The warm knife will make slicing through the sticky date mixture much easier and create clean cuts.

Serving

• These date and peanut treats are best served chilled.
• Enjoy them as a healthy snack or a quick, no-sugar-added dessert! They are naturally sweet, making them a great alternative to sugary treats.

Notes

• Chocolate: You can use either white  chocolate for a creamy, sweet finish or dark chocolate for a more intense flavor. Both work beautifully with the natural sweetness of dates and the nuttiness of peanuts.
• Garnish: Optional garnishes like sesame seeds and dark chocolate drizzle add extra flavor and visual appeal. You can also experiment with shredded coconut or chopped nuts.
• Cutting: Heating the knife in hot water before slicing the rolls will prevent the sticky mixture from sticking to the blade, ensuring cleaner cuts.

Why This Recipe Is Perfect for You

1. No Baking Required: With no need for an oven, these treats come together quickly and easily.
2. Healthy and Sugar-Free: Sweetened naturally with dates, these treats are free of added sugar and perfect for a guilt-free snack.
3. Minimal Ingredients: You only need three simple ingredients to make these delicious bites.
4. Customizable: Whether you prefer white or dark chocolate, or want to add sesame seeds or other toppings, this recipe is easily adaptable to suit your preferences.