This Date Bark Recipe is basically a healthy candy bar. It's gooey, chocolatey, crunchy, sweet and salty. No wonder it's a viral recipe on social media!
This recipe went viral on social media over the summer and I just got around to giving it a try. Don't ask me what took me so long, but I'm hooked and I know you will be too!
I put my own spin on it with almond butter, almonds and coconut. Let's just say that this combination of flavors did not disappoint!
Why you'll love Date Bark:
- Easy to make - All you have to do is assemble the ingredients. The hardest part is waiting for it to solidify.
- No bake recipe - You don't have to turn on your oven to have an amazing and satisfying dessert.
- Customizable - You can use whatever nut butter, seed butter or toppings you would like! I added some ideas below.
Ingredients overview:
- medjool dates - Use medjool dates not other varieties because they are soft and will create that caramel-like flavor and texture.
- creamy almond butter - Make sure it's drippy and spreadable.
- toppings - Chopped almonds and unsweetened shredded coconut!
- dark chocolate chips and coconut oil - When you melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil together, it becomes thinner and easier to spread.
- flaky sea salt - Because sweet and salty is a must!
How to make the Viral Date Bark Recipe?
A complete list of ingredients, amounts and instructions is located on the recipe card below.
- Place chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave in 30 second increments to ensure the chocolate does not burn. (Example: Microwave for 30 seconds, stir the chocolate and then place back into the microwave.) Repeat this until the chocolate is completely melted.
- Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
- Open each date, remove the pit and press them open side down on the parchment paper.
- Line the dates up in a 3x4 square. Be sure to overlap the dates and press each one down very well.
- Spread almond butter all over the top of the date square.
- Add chopped almonds and shredded coconut.
- Drizzle and spread the melted chocolate over the top.
- Lastly, sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
- Place the cookie sheet in the fridge for at least one hour or until the chocolate has hardened.
Cut the bark into bite-sized pieces and enjoy!
Recipe pro-tips:
- It's so important that the medjool dates are fresh and plump. Dried out dates won't work. Be sure to use medjool dates not other varieties.
- The nut butter must be nice and drippy so it can spread easily.
- If you store the bark in the fridge and a white powder forms on top, don't worry. That's probably just because of the condensation and the sugar has crystallized. This could happen if it was sitting out for a while and then put back in fridge.
Date Bark variations:
- peanut butter, chopped peanuts and flaky sea salt (Date Snickers Bark)
- tahini, chopped walnuts and flaky sea salt
- cashew butter, chopped cashews and flaky sea salt
Dietary adaptations:
- gluten-free - This recipe is naturally gluten-free
- dairy-free and vegan - Be sure the chocolate you use is vegan.
Of course, always check to make sure all the products you are using comply with the diet you follow.
Storage directions:
- Store the bark in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Store the bark in the freezer for up to 3 months. The bark will get hard in the freezer so let it sit out before enjoying.
Date Bark Recipe
This Date Bark Recipe is basically a healthy candy bar. It's gooey, chocolatey, crunchy, sweet and salty. No wonder it's a viral recipe on social media!
Ingredients
- 12 medjool dates - Use medjool dates and not other varieties because they are soft and will create that caramel-like flavor and texture.
- ¼ cup creamy almond butter - Make sure it's drippy and spreadable.
- 3 tablespoons chopped almonds
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips - I used no sugar added dark chocolate chips.
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
- 1 pinch flaky sea salt
Instructions
- Place chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave in 30 second increments to ensure the chocolate does not burn. (Example: Microwave for 30 seconds, stir the chocolate and then place back into the microwave.) Repeat this until the chocolate is completely melted.
- Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. Open each date, remove the pit and press them open side down on the parchment paper. Line the dates up in a 3x4 square. Be sure to overlap the dates and press each one down very well.
- Spread almond butter all over the top of the date square. Add chopped almonds and shredded coconut. Drizzle and spread the melted chocolate over the top. Lastly, sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
- Place the cookie sheet in the fridge for at least one hour or until the chocolate has hardened. Cut the bark into bite-sized pieces and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Date Bark Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 130
Calories from Fat 54
% Daily Value*
Fat 6g9%
Saturated Fat 3g19%
Trans Fat 0.001g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 2g
Sodium 4mg0%
Potassium 188mg5%
Carbohydrates 20g7%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 13g14%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin A 29IU1%
Vitamin C 0.02mg0%
Calcium 33mg3%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
This nutrition information is an estimate and should not be taken as fact. The owner of this website is not liable for this estimation.
Tried this recipe?Tell me how it was!
Sheila
How many grams is in a serving as per your nutrition estimate of 20g carbs and 130 calories?
I don't measure by grams. If you cut the bark into 15 pieces, one of those pieces is the serving.
Amanda Scanlon
Lovely recipe
🙂