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Dark Chocolate-Dipped Dates & Bananas with 14kt Edible Gold

What’s better than chocolate-covered treats? Chocolate-covered treats with gold. ✨These Dark Chocolate-Dipped Stuffed Dates + Bananas with 14kt Edible Gold are what happens when luxury meets snack ti...

Dark Chocolate-Dipped Dates & Bananas with 14kt Edible Gold
Recipe Overview
Prep - min
Cook - min
Total -
Calories -

Ingredients

  • 12 dates ((Mazafati or Barhi are extra soft, but any will do))
  • 12 hazelnuts
  • 2 bananas
  • 8 oz 70% or more unsweetened cacao dark chocolate chips or squares
  • 14 kt edible gold foil and cocoa nibs ((Optional))

Instructions

  1. 1
    Slice 1/4" off the top of the date and take out the pit. Shape sides into a heart. Pop in the hazelnut at the bottom.
  2. 2
    Melt the chocolate in a bowl over simmering water. You can also pop it in the microwave for a minute. Let your chocolate cool for 5 minutes.
  3. 3
    Lay the parchment or wax paper on a tray.
  4. 4
    Dip your stuffed dates into the chocolate, then cocoa nibs (optional).
  5. 5
    Repeat the step 4 for the bananas.
  6. 6
    Pop them in the fridge for 30 minutes. Set up a cute plate or box to put them in.
  7. 7
    Add flecks of edible 14kt gold foil. Enjoy!
Note: Adjust spices to taste. Enjoy your meal!
About the Chef
Mareya Ibrahim

The Fit Foodie

Award-winning chef, author, and nutrition expert dedicated to proving that healthy food can be irresistible.

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