Vegan Trail Mix Stuffed Dates
If you’re craving a wholesome sweet treat that’s quick and easy to make, these Vegan Trail Mix Stuffed Dates are about to become your new obsession. Each Medjool date is filled with peanut butter cookie dough, sweet-and-salty trail mix, and finished with a chocolate drizzle.
There is nothing quite like the irresistible combination of sweet and salty. These vegan stuffed dates deliver the perfect balance in every bite, with natural caramel-like sweetness from the dates and just the right touch of savory crunch.
In my opinion, they are little bites of heaven, and once you try them, you will see why it is nearly impossible to stop at just one.
Spotlight on These Vegan Trail Mix Stuffed Dates
- They are delicious: They’re the perfect balance of chewy, crunchy, and chocolatey goodness. Trust me, you’ll be hooked after the first bite.
- They are wholesome: Made with just a few good ingredients, this is a snack you’ll feel good eating.
- They are a meal prep staple: Every Sunday, I turn to this date recipe or my Coconut Stuffed Dates for the perfect treat all week long.
- They are a family-friendly treat: Let’s just say that I never feel guilty allowing my girls to have one every night as their treat.
- They are no-bake: Whose ready for a simple recipe that you can whip together in just a few minutes? This is such an easy recipe.
The Ingredients
Medjool dates: Make sure to use this type of date. They are soft, and perfect for stuffing.
Almond flour: This flour is the perfect gluten-free base to the peanut butter cookie dough.
Peanut butter: Use creamy, and runny peanut butter. I also recommend all natural.
Maple syrup: Use this natural sweetener to finish off the peanut butter mixture.
Vanilla: Find a high-quality, pure vanilla extract. It really makes a difference.
Trail mix: You can use a mixture of peanuts, almonds, pecans, almonds, chocolate chips, and and chocolate candies. I used peanuts, almonds, and chocolate candies.
For the chocolate drizzle you will need the following:
Vegan chocolate chips: Use your favorite high-quality chocolate chips.
Coconut oil: This will help the chocolate harden.
Peanut butter: Use creamy, all-natural peanut butter to melt into the chocolate.
Finely chopped peanuts or chocolate: Optionally add chopped toppings to the wet chocolate drizzle for the perfect touch.
Frequently Asked Questions
Medjool dates are the best choice because they are large, soft, and naturally sweet. Their chewy texture pairs perfectly with the creamy filling and crunchy trail mix.
Absolutely. Almond butter, cashew butter, or even sunflower seed butter (for a nut-free option) will work just as well.
Choose a trail mix you love. One with nuts, seeds, and maybe a little dark chocolate. Just make sure it is vegan and unsweetened or lightly sweetened to keep the treat wholesome.
No! A simple combination of salted peanuts and salted almonds will work.
Yes. Since they contain nut butter, dates, and chocolate, they should be stored in the fridge to keep them fresh and the chocolate firm.
Yes. If you prefer to skip the chocolate drizzle, they are still delicious without it.
The Instructions
Step one: Open all of the dates and place them on a large plate, lined with parchment paper.
Step two: In a medium bowl, combine the peanut butter cookie dough ingredients. That includes: almond flour, peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla.
Step three: Fold in the chopped trail mix.
Step four: Use a spoon to scoop about 1 teaspoon of dough. Use your hands to press it together like dough and then place it into each of the dates. Make sure to press it in firmly so it stays. Place the dates back onto the lined plate.
Step five: In a small glass bowl, add the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and coconut oil. Microwave for about 30 seconds. Stir and continue microwaving in 20 second increments, stirring after each time. Continue until the chocolate is smooth and creamy.
Step six: Use a spoon to drizzle a good amount of melted chocolate over the tops of each date. Optionally, sprinkle with finely chopped salted nuts or chocolate candies.
Step seven: Place the plate of dates in the fridge for at least an hour, but better yet two to three hours to harden.
Storage
Once the dates are harden, transfer them to an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 10 days or in the freezer for up to two months.
If freezing, allow the dates to sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes before enjoying.
Tips + Modifications
Make sure to use soft dates. I typically like to take them out of the fridge over night so they are nice and soft for the next day.
If you aren’t a peanut butter fan, swap it out for your favorite nut butter or sunflower butter.
These dates must stay refrigerated or else the chocolate drizzle will melt.
Do not use raisins if your trail mix has them. The dates are enough.
If you want more chocolate, you can dip the tops straight into the bowl of melted chocolate.
If you want less chocolate, skip the chocolate drizzle and instead press a few vegan chocolate chips over the top of each stuffed date.
More Vegan Date Recipes
Peanut Butter Pretzel and Jam Stuffed Dates
Strawberry Coconut Stuffed Dates
High-Protein Cake Batter Stuffed Dates
Vegan Trail Mix Stuffed Dates
Equipment
- 1 large plate lined with parchment paper
- 1 medium bowl *for the peanut butter dough
- 1 small glass bowl *to melt the chocolate in
Ingredients
- 12 soft Medjool dates, pitted, and sliced in half but only on top
- ½ cup almond flour
- 2 tablespoons creamy, runny, all-natural peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
- ¼ cup trail mix, chopped
For the melted chocolate drizzle:
- ¾ cup vegan chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon creamy, all natural peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
- Optional: finely chopped trail mix to sprinkle over tops
Instructions
- Open all of the dates and place them on a large plate, lined with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine the peanut butter cookie dough ingredients. That includes: almond flour, peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla.
- Fold in the chopped trail mix.
- Use a spoon to scoop about 1 teaspoon of dough. Use your hands to press it together like dough and then place it into each of the dates. Make sure to press it in firmly so it stays. Place the dates back onto the lined plate.
- In a small glass bowl, add the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and coconut oil. Microwave for about 30 seconds. Stir and continue microwaving in 20 second increments, stirring after each time. Continue until the chocolate is smooth and creamy.
- Use a spoon to drizzle a good amount of melted chocolate over the tops of each date. Optionally, sprinkle with finely chopped salted nuts or chocolate candies.
- Place the plate of dates in the fridge for at least an hour, but better yet two to three hours to harden.
