5-Ingredient Cookie Butter Date Bark

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Carly's Cookbook (@carlyscookbook)

Your new healthy-ish sweet tooth hack → chewy dates, creamy cookie butter, melty chocolate, and crunchy Biscoff cookies… all in one bite. No-bake and only 5 ingredients, this better-for-you dessert is perfect to keep in your freezer at all times.

5-Ingredient Cookie Butter Date Bark recipe

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Prep Time
10min
Cook Time
0min
Total Time
10min

Ingredients

6 Servings
(1 serving = 1 bark piece)
  • dates Medjool dates, pitted
    dates Medjool dates, pitted
    10
  • cookie butter (Biscoff spread)
    cookie butter (Biscoff spread)
    4tbsp
  • chocolate chips (milk or dark)
    chocolate chips (milk or dark)
    1cup
  • coconut oil (optional, smoother chocolate)
    coconut oil (optional, smoother chocolate)
    1tbsp
  • cookies Biscoff cookies, crushed
    cookies Biscoff cookies, crushed
    3

How to make 5-Ingredient Cookie Butter Date Bark

  1. Step 1

    Pit the dates.

  2. Step 2

    Roll the dates out between parchment sheets until you have an even layer.

    Step 1.1: Roll the dates out between parchment sheets until you have an even layer
  3. Step 3

    Spread cookie butter on top and freeze for 10 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Melt the chocolate and pour it over the cookie butter layer.

    Step 1.1: Melt the chocolate and pour it over the cookie butter layer
  5. Step 5

    Top with crushed Biscoff cookies and flaky salt.

  6. Step 6

    Freeze for 20–30 minutes, then snap into bark-style pieces.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

233.3kcal (11.67%)

Protein

1.7g (3.34%)

Carbs

25.0g (9.09%)

Sugars

20.0g (40%)

Healthy Fat

5.0g

Unhealthy Fat

10.0g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. Use coconut oil to make the chocolate smoother and easier to spread.

  2. Ensure the dates are pitted properly to avoid any hard bits in the bark.

  3. Store the bark in an airtight container in the freezer to maintain freshness.

FAQS

  1. Can I use a different type of cookie butter?

    Yes, you can use any type of cookie butter or nut butter as a substitute.

  2. What type of chocolate works best?

    Both milk and dark chocolate work well, depending on your preference.

  3. Can I skip the coconut oil?

    Yes, coconut oil is optional and only helps make the chocolate smoother.

  4. How long can I store the bark?

    You can store the bark in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.

  5. Can I use a different type of cookie for topping?

    Yes, you can use any crunchy cookie as a topping, but Biscoff cookies add a unique flavor.

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