R-No-Bake Salted Chocolate Peanut Butter Bites
A satisfying, no-bake sweet treat made with just four simple ingredients. These bites are packed with healthy fats and fibre from the peanuts and dates, offering a nourishing alternative to traditional confectionery.
Ingredients
peanuts200 g
dates10 wholeMedjool, pitted
peanut butter8 tbspCrunchy
dark chocolate300 g70% cocoa
coconut oil1 tbspOptional
sea salt1 pinchFlaky, optional for topping
Instructions
Chef's Tips
For a smoother chocolate topping, ensure the coconut oil is fully incorporated into the melted chocolate before pouring.
If you prefer a less sweet treat, use dark chocolate with a higher cocoa percentage (85% or above).
Prepare the Tray
Line a shallow baking tray (approximately 16 x 22 cm) with baking parchment.
Make the Base
Place the peanuts and dates into a food processor. Blitz for 1 minute until the mixture is mostly broken down and resembles wet sand. Add the crunchy peanut butter and blitz briefly until just combined.
Press the Base
Spoon the peanut mixture onto the prepared baking tray. Use a palette knife or the back of a spoon to press and smooth the mixture into an even layer, about 1 cm thick.
Melt the Chocolate
Roughly chop the dark chocolate. Gently melt the chopped chocolate and coconut oil together in the microwave on a low heat, stirring frequently until smooth.
Top and Chill
Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the peanut base and smooth it out into an even layer. Place the tray in the fridge and chill for at least 1 hour, or until the chocolate has fully set.
Slice and Serve
Once set, carefully slice the slab into squares. Sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt over the top of the squares before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
