Fuel your training the smart and delicious way with this stuffed dates recipe designed especially for athletes who need quick, natural energy⚡. Whether you are heading into a workout🏋️♀️ or looking for a quick energy replenishment during training, these dates deliver the perfect balance of carbohydrates, protein, healthy fats, and antioxidants- all in just a few bites.
Dates provide fast-digesting natural sugars to replenish glycogen, while peanut butter adds sustained energy from protein and healthy fats. The dark chocolate coating not only makes this recipe irresistibly good but also contributes polyphenols (antioxidants) that support recovery and reduce oxidative stress after intense training sessions.
No baking, minimal prep, and simple ingredients mean you can batch-make these energy bites and keep them ready in the refrigerator for busy training days🏃♀️, competitions, or travel snacks🧳.
If you are looking for a homemade, nutrient-dense alternative to packaged energy bars, this recipe is a must-try. It is quick to prepare, customizable with your favourite nut butter and garnish, and satisfying enough to curb sweet cravings without compromising your performance goals.
Even people who don’t like to eat dates can’t resist these stuffed dates😍. So, what are you waiting for? Grab your ingredients and let’s start making!
nutritional benefits
- Provides quick, natural energy⚡
- Excellent source of carbohydrates
- Contributes plant-based protein💪
- Contains healthy fats
- Good source of antioxidants
- Helps curb sweet cravings naturally
- Convenient nutrient-dense snack for travelling
when to eat stuffed dates?
- Pre-training
- During training
how to make stuffed dates?
Stuffed Dates
Ingredients
Method
- Make a slit along the length of each date, as shown in the image below and remove the seeds.
- Spoon about ½ tsp of peanut butter into each date.
- Dip the filled dates into the melted chocolate and place them on a plate lined with grease-proof paper.
- Sprinkle grated nuts over the chocolate-coated dates and gently press so they adhere well.
- Refrigerate the dates until the chocolate sets completely.
Notes
- You can use any nut butter you prefer.
- Feel free to top the dates with any nuts or dried fruits of your choice.
- If using dried fruits, choose slightly tart varieties to balance the natural sweetness of dates.
nutrition per serving
(per 1 Date)
| Nutrients | Amount |
|---|---|
| Energy | 64 Kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 7.0 g |
| Protein | 1.3 g |
| Fats | 2.5 g |
*Values provided above do not include values for nuts, as they are used as garnish only.
love this recipe? share your experience!
Give this stuffed dates recipe a try and feel the difference in your energy and recovery 💪. Make a batch, enjoy it around your workouts, and let me know how it worked for you! Drop a comment below about any tweaks you made; I’d love to hear from you😊.
Stay fuelled and stay strong💪!
