If you're looking for a healthier way to get your Snickers fix, this trend is for you.
If you're looking for a healthier way to get your Snickers fix, TikTok has you covered. TikTok's latest viral food trend has users cutting dates, crushing them and covering them in peanut butter and chocolate. final result. The perfect replica of the classic shell-shaped sneakers bar.
Dates taste similar to caramel, which is why they're a great alternative to the classic Snickers filling. They are soft and chewy, naturally mimicking the texture of candy.
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This Snickers Bark trend stems from a previously viral recipe for stuffed dates that make candy. In this version, TikTok asks users to cut dates, fill them with peanut butter, and cover them with chocolate, which gives you another delicious way to make Snickers bars, but takes a little more time.
Date crusts are easy to make, but they still use the same ingredients; All you need are dates (of course), peanut butter, chocolate, and nuts of your choice. Simply pit your dates, place on a baking tray and flatten. From there you can spread or drizzle melted peanut butter over the dates and top everything with melted chocolate and chopped nuts.
In this video by @feelgoodfoodie, which has nearly 47,000 likes, the author takes two dozen dates, arranges them in a four-by-six row, and uses a glass to separate. Then she added the coarsely chopped almonds and melted dark chocolate, spreading it evenly with a spatula and a sprinkle of melted sea salt.
In the comments, users had several ideas for creative twists on the Snickers shell: One user suggested trying a recipe with dried figs or oranges instead of dates and sprinkling shredded coconut on top.
For best results, be sure to use Medjool dates. Users have had success with different types of chocolate, peanut butter, and almonds, but it's important to use dates for this recipe because they're soft and sweet. And better for dessert than other dates.
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If you're curious about all kinds of fake candy recipes, some TikTokers still swear by the original viral date recipe. Slice the dates without splitting them whole to remove the pit, fill with peanut butter (and chopped nuts of your choice) and cover with melted chocolate. Refrigerate the covered dates until the chocolate hardens and you have delicious mini treats perfect for late night sweet tooth cravings.
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