These chocolate date nut bites are my new favourite snack. They includes everything I love – dates, nuts, cardamom and chocolate. Bite sized treats that are great as a snack on-the-go or a healthier dessert. Place them in mini cupcake cases and they make the perfect edible gift too!
In a world where snacks are often loaded with refined sugars, artificial flavours, and empty calories, finding something that feels indulgent yet genuinely nourishing can feel like a rare treasure. These chocolate date nut bites offer exactly that balance—a naturally sweet, deeply satisfying snack that supports both pleasure and wellbeing.
These small, elegant bites combine simple, whole ingredients: dates, almonds, cardamom, sesame seeds, dark chocolate, and tahini. Each component brings its own nutritional benefits and sensory qualities, coming together to create a snack that feels decadent without being excessive. Whether enjoyed as an afternoon pick-me-up, a post-workout boost, or a healthier dessert, these bites prove that wholesome food can be truly delicious.
Are these chocolate date nut bites good for you?
For many people, dessert is associated with deprivation or regret. These chocolate date nut bites challenge that narrative. They’re made with whole ingredients and no added refined sugar – a treat that will satisfy your chocolate cravings, sweet cravings, and texture cravings all at once—without relying on empty calories.
Almonds are a powerhouse ingredient. They are rich in plant-based protein for muscle repair and satiety, healthy monounsaturated fats that support heart health, vitamin E, a potent antioxidant and magnesium for bone health.
High-quality dark chocolate, especially varieties with 70% cocoa or more, is rich in flavonoids that support heart health, magnesium for muscle and nerve function, iron and copper for blood health and mood-enhancing compounds that promote wellbeing.
Why I love using dates in desserts:
Dates form the foundation of these bites, providing natural sweetness and a soft, chewy texture. Often referred to as “nature’s candy,” dates are rich in natural sugars such as glucose and fructose, which provide quick and steady energy.
Unlike refined sugar, dates come packaged with fibre, vitamins, and minerals. This fibre helps slow digestion, preventing rapid blood sugar spikes and promoting sustained energy. It also supports gut health and keeps you feeling fuller for longer.
Why you need to try these chocolate date nut bites
One of the most beautiful aspects of these bites is how satisfying they are. Because they are rich in fibre, fat, and flavour, a small portion goes a long way.
Unlike highly processed snacks that encourage mindless overeating, these bites invite you to slow down and savour. Their dense texture and layered flavours make each piece feel complete and fulfilling.
This supports mindful eating—helping you enjoy food without guilt, restriction, or excess.
How to make these chocolate date nut bites:
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Add the dates and butter to a large pan and cook over a medium-low heat.
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Once the butter is melted and the dates start to soften, mash with the back of a wooden spoon to create a paste.
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Optional – Toast the almonds in a dry pan for a few minutes, then allow to cool.
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Pulse the almonds in a food processor using 1-second bursts until you have a crumb consistency, then add to the date mixture along with the cardamom and a pinch of salt.
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Allow to cool enough to handle with your hands, then divide the mixture into 2 equal parts and roll each into a think, long log. Roll in sesame seeds to coat.
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Use a metal straw, or the bottom of a teaspoon (or anything else you have that’s metal, long and cylindrical) to press down the middle to make a well for the chocolate.
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Break up the chocolate into a heat-proof bowl and melt in the microwave, stirring every few seconds so it doesn’t burn.
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Mix in the tahini, then carefully pour into the well you created. Top with an optional drizzle of tahini, then run a sharp knife/cocktail stick down the middle to create a swirl affect.
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Refrigerate until the chocolate is set, then slice and enjoy!
These chocolate date nut bites are:
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
- Dairy-free
- No-bake
- Simple to make
- Made with only a handful of ingredients
- Easily adjustable
- Great for meal prep since they keep well
- A great snack, dessert or even edible gift
- Super delish!
Chocolate Date Nut Bites
Ingredients
- 400g Medjool dates
- 1 heaped tbsp butter dairy-free/coconut oil also work
- 80g almonds
- 1 tsp cardamom
- Pinch of salt
- Toasted sesame seeds for coating
Chocolate filling
- 50g dark chocolate
- 1 tbsp tahini
Instructions
- Add the dates and butter to a large pan and cook over a medium-low heat.
- Once the butter is melted and the dates start to soften, mash with the back of a wooden spoon to create a paste.
- Optional - Toast the almonds in a dry pan for a few minutes, then allow to cool.
- Pulse the almonds in a food processor using 1-second bursts until you have a crumb consistency, then add to the date mixture along with the cardamom and a pinch of salt.
- Allow to cool enough to handle with your hands, then divide the mixture into 2 equal parts and roll each into a think, long log. Roll in sesame seeds to coat.
- Use a metal straw, or the bottom of a teaspoon (or anything else you have that's metal, long and cylindrical) to press down the middle to create a well for the chocolate.
- Break up the chocolate into a heat-proof bowl and melt in the microwave, stirring every few seconds so it doesn't burn.
- Mix in the tahini, then carefully pour into the well you created. Top with an optional drizzle of tahini, then run a sharp knife/cocktail stick down the middle to create a swirl affect.
- Refrigerate until the chocolate is set, then slice and enjoy!
Nutrition
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I love this recipe! What a tasty treat!
Thank you Karen 🙂 So glad you enjoyed them!
Delicious Treat thankyou so much 🙏
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