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You don’t need to be a professional baker to make this deliciously easy dessert. Layers of sweet, chewy dates, salty mini pretzels, creamy peanut butter, and rich dark chocolate come together to create a homemade candy bar that’s both simple and satisfying. Each bite is sweet, salty, crunchy, and chewy — peanut butter Snickers vibes, just made with better-for-you ingredients.
If you’ve been here for a while, you might remember the 5-Ingredient Chocolate-Dipped Peanut Butter Cookies I shared years ago — all the way back in January 2018. That was the year we all went to South Korea… do you remember?
I made those cookies before we left, and they’re still one of my absolute favorites, especially for January. Even my family — who don’t exactly love dates — can’t get enough of them.
Back then, dates weren’t really a trending ingredient. Now they’re everywhere, and honestly, it’s one food trend I can fully get behind. I adore dates. They’re nature’s candy — chewy, sweet, and packed with nutrients. A date a day is what I say!
Today, I’m sharing the easiest dark chocolate date bark. It’s made with just five ingredients: dates, pretzels (optional if you prefer no crunch), peanut butter, and dark chocolate. Simple, satisfying, and perfect for an easy winter treat.
These are the details
Ingredients
- Medjool dates – use these for the most plump, chewy date
- salted mini pretzel twist – optional but we love the salty crunch
- creamy peanut butter – I love Whole Foods 365 unsweetened peanut butter
- dark chocolate chips or chunks
- flaky sea salt – always!
The Steps
Step 1: Split the dates
Split each date in half, remove the pit, and arrange the dates on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Press them into a rectangle, making sure each date is touching at least one other so they form a solid base.
Step 2: Add the pretzels and peanut butter
Scatter the pretzels evenly over the dates. Drizzle the peanut butter on top, then gently spread it into an even layer.
Transfer the pan to the freezer while you melt the chocolate.
Step 3: Add the chocolate
Melt the chocolate chips, then pour the melted chocolate over the peanut butter layer. Use a spoon to spread the chocolate evenly.
Sprinkle with flaky sea salt. I also love adding dried rose petals — they’re so pretty.
Step 4: Freeze and crack
Freeze until fully set, then crack or cut the bark into wedges. Enjoy!
I like to keep these stored in the freezer.
The final result? Chewy dates on the bottom, the creamiestං peanut butter center with just the right amount of salt, and a chocolate top that cracks with every bite.
So delicious — and perfect for parties and gifting since this really feeds a crowd.
Looking for easy party desserts? Here are a few ideas:
Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars
Chocolate Peanut Butter Pretzel Blondies
Homemade Vegan Peanut Butter Twix Bars
Caramel Butter Cake with Fudgy Chocolate Frosting
Lastly, if you make this Super Easy Salted Date Bark, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love hearing from you guys and always do my best to respond to every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
Super Easy Salted Date Bark
Servings: 12
Calories Per Serving: 267 kcal
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
Ingredients
Instructions
- 1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Split the dates open and arrange them into a rectangle on the sheet, slightly overlapping so they all touch.2. Arrange the pretzels evenly over the dates. Drizzle or spoon the peanut butter on top. Transfer to the freezer while you melt the chocolate.3. Melt the chocolate chips, then drizzle over the top. Use a spoon to spread the chocolate so everything is evenly coated. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt.4. Freeze for 20 minutes, or until set. Break into pieces and enjoy! Store in the freezer or refrigerator.
This post was originally published on January 6, 2026
Greetings from Nebraska.
I’m excited to try your recipe.
Would you mind sharing where you purchased your dates for this recipe. They look unctuous 😋.
Also some of the snotty comments left were unnecessary. Maybe if a person would think about something they might have done for an unsuccessful outcome before commenting ( what a concept!).
Blessings. Thank you for your beautiful posts on IG and your website.
Thanks so much, Debra! I ordered my dates from California. I hope you love this recipe, let me know how it turns out!
This recipe doesn’t work at all
These just don’t work. The bottom doesn’t fully set, so it is runny peanut butter on the bottom and then the chocolate layer is thick and hard so biting into a piece is difficult. I would definitely try using more pretzels to give it some structure and maybe mix some coconut oil in with the peanut butter so it hardens.
Hi Janie,
Very sorry to hear you did not enjoy this recipe, thanks for sharing your feedback!
These were delicious! I melted the pb a little to adhere to the pretzels and dates. So yummy! Thank you for this recipe!
Hey Lyndee,
I’m grateful you tried this recipe and took the time to comment. Delighted it turned out!
Literally nothing about this recipe worked.
Sorry to hear this, Dana. Thanks for your comment.
Trying again to get my review to go through…
This recipe was riddled with issues!
These didn’t turn out for me at all!!
Hi Caroline,
Very sorry to hear you did not enjoy this recipe. If there is anything that I can help you with, please let me know!
This turned out perfect!!
Thanks so much, Chelsea! Love to hear this recipe turned out well for you, I appreciate you making it! Have a great Monday!
Delicious but the chocolate pb pretzel layer does not adhere to the dates
Bummer
Hi Lee,
Thanks for trying this recipe and your feedback, sorry to hear you had some issues!
I would give this zero stars if I could.
Hi Bea,
Sorry to hear this. Is there something specific that I can help with? Please let me know!
Definitely use a thicker peanut butter and make the pretzel layer really cover the dates! We definitely found ourselves wanting more crunch! Delicious flavor combo!
Hey Rebecca,
Thanks so much for trying this recipe and your comment, so glad to hear it turned out well for you!
Have a great weekend!
These were a major flop for me.
Hi Christy,
Thanks for trying this recipe and your comment, very sorry to hear it didn’t turn out. If there is anything that I can help with, please let me know!
I really wanted these to work but they didn’t. I don’t think the base is firm enough and they didn’t fully set. They were pretty messy & didn’t turn out like a bar or bark to me.
Hi Carolyn,
Thanks for trying this bark and sharing your comment, I’m sorry to hear they didn’t turn out for you!
These did not turn out well for me at all. The dates themselves just split open and laid out don’t seem like a solid base and nothing ever fully set even with longer time in the freezer. They are very messy.
Hi Diane,
Thanks for trying this recipe and sharing your feedback, sorry to hear they did not turn out for you!
I was really hopeful. These were just a mess. If you have time look at an old recipe from Oh She glows, at her date yolo bites. I don’t have the skill set to make it a bar, but I think you could!!