Dark Chocolate and Sea Salt Snickers Date Bites
CATEGORY: SNACKS | SERVES: 10-12 | TIME: SET 20 MINS
PER BITE: APPROX 105 KCAL | 2G PROTEIN | 5.5G FAT | 1.5G FIBRE
The Treat That Behaves Like Nutrition
At FIT we never take treats away. We just make them work harder. These dark chocolate date bites are exactly that - gooey, satisfying and genuinely indulgent, made from four real ingredients with no refined sugar, no ultra-processed fillers and no compromise on flavour. Perfect for lunchboxes, post-workout fuel or an evening chocolate moment without the blood sugar crash afterwards.
Ingredients
10–12 Medjool dates, pitted
3 tbsp natural peanut or almond butter, unsweetened
80g dark chocolate, 70–85% cocoa (dairy-free, such as Green and Black's Organic)
Pinch of sea salt
Optional toppings
Crushed peanuts or cacao nibs
Flaky sea salt
Drizzle of melted nut butter
Method
Slice each date lengthwise, not fully through, to create a pocket. Remove the pit if needed.
Fill each date with around half a teaspoon of nut butter. Add crushed peanuts if using.
Melt the chocolate gently over simmering water or in short microwave bursts, stirring until smooth.
Dip each filled date halfway into the melted chocolate or drizzle over the top. Place on baking paper.
Refrigerate or freeze for 15–20 minutes until firm. Store chilled and enjoy when cravings strike.
Why It Works
Medjool dates provide slow-release energy and natural fibre to support digestion, without the spike that comes from refined sugar. Nut butter adds healthy fats, plant protein and magnesium, which supports stress response and sleep. Dark chocolate at 70% cocoa and above is rich in polyphenols that reduce inflammation and support the gut-brain axis. Together, this combination slows glucose release, prevents energy crashes and helps manage cravings over the course of the day.
Easy Variations
For lower sugar, use 85% chocolate. For extra protein, stir a scoop of protein powder into the nut butter before filling. For a festive version, add orange zest or a pinch of cinnamon to the chocolate before dipping.
FIT Tip
These keep in the fridge for up to seven days and in the freezer for up to three months. Make a batch at the weekend and keep them on hand for the week. Defrost for five to ten minutes before eating straight from frozen.
This recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free and naturally sweetened. For clients following a personalised elimination plan, always cross-reference your specific intolerance results.
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About Becki Hawkins
Becki Hawkins, BSc (Hons), mBANT, CNHC, is the founder of FIT Nutrition & Testing Clinic and a Registered Nutritional Therapist with over 20 years of experience. She specialises in evidence-based personalised nutrition and functional testing, helping clients uncover the root causes of digestive issues, hormonal imbalances and unexplained symptoms. Every FIT recipe is designed around the same principle: real food that works with your body, not against it.