Healthy Superfood Date Bark (No Sugar Added + Vegan)
This Healthy Superfood Date Bark is a rich, chewy dessert made with wholesome ingredients and a creamy sunflower seed butter filling. It's indulgent, naturally sweet, and layered with melted dark chocolate and nutrient-packed toppings for a healthy sweet treat—Vegan, dairy-free, refined-sugar-free, gluten-free, made only with simple, plant-based ingredients, and perfect for anyone looking for a healthier alternative to traditional candy bars.
Equipment
- 1 Parchment paper
Ingredients
- 20 Medjool dates soft and pitted
- ½ cup Sunbutter No Sugar Added Sunflower Seed Butter
- ⅓ cup Vanilla Protein Powder
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 8 oz vegan dark chocolate chips
- ¼ cup goji berries
- 1 tablespoon hemp seeds
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds
Instructions
Prepare the dates
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Slice each date open and remove the pits if needed. Arrange the dates in a single layer, then press them down with your hands or the bottom of a glass to form a flat “bark” base.
Make the filling
- In a small bowl, mix together the sunflower seed butter, vanilla protein powder, and maple syrup until smooth and well combined.
Spread the mixture
- Evenly spread the sunflower butter mixture over the flattened dates.
Melt the chocolate
- Melt the vegan dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 20–30 second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
Assemble the bark
- Pour the melted chocolate over the top and spread evenly to cover.
Add toppings
- Sprinkle the goji berries, hemp seeds, and pumpkin seeds evenly over the chocolate.
Chill
- Place in the refrigerator for 1–2 hours, or until fully set.
Slice and serve
- Remove from the fridge, break or slice into pieces, and enjoy!
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