Samoas Stuffed Dates
Craving Samoas cookies? These Samoas Stuffed Dates are a healthier, vegan twist with gooey dates, coconut, peanut butter & dark chocolate. Ready in 5 minutes!
Samoas cookies, but make it healthy!
I’m back with another stuffed date recipe—this time inspired by one of my all-time favorite Girl Scout cookies: Samoas. If you share a love for this notorious cookie, you’ll love my healthy samoas cookies, too!
If you love those chewy, coconut, chocolate-covered cookies as much as I do, you’re going to be obsessed with these Samoas stuffed dates.
But this isn’t your typical Samoas cookie—this healthy Samoas-inspired dessert is made with my favorite food ever: DATES!
Think gooey, caramel-y dates filled with a creamy peanut butter coconut mixture, then drizzled with dark chocolate. Perfection! I can’t stop eating them.
Plus, you only need 4 ingredients to make them:
- dates
- coconut
- peanut butter
- dark chocolate
Vegan, naturally sweetened, no-bake, and they come together in just 5 minutes. Whether you’re craving a sweet treat or want a guilt-free snack, these are sure to hit the spot!
Why You’ll Love These Samoas Stuffed Dates
- All the flavors of a classic Samoas cookie—but with a healthy twist
- Quick & easy to make
- No baking required
- Naturally sweetened with gooey, caramel-like dates
- Vegan, gluten-free, and perfect for a feel-good dessert or snack
Are Medjool Dates Good For You?
Yes! Medjool dates are a super fruit—packed with nutrients like potassium, magnesium, vitamins B6 and K, calcium, and iron, they offer numerous health benefits. Plus, they provide a natural energy boost and are low on the glycemic index, so no need to worry about blood sugar spikes when you snack on them.
What You Need To Make Samoas Stuffed Dates
Scroll down to the recipe card to get the full recipe with measurements.
- Medjool Dates: Dates are perfect for that gooey, caramel-like flavor. Naturally sweet, they’re packed with fiber, antioxidants and nutrients, making them the perfect base for healthy desserts.
- Desiccated Coconut: This is essentially finely shredded coconut. You can make your own by quickly blending or chopping shredded coconut until it’s finely ground.
- Peanut Butter: For the filling.
- Vegan Chocolate: Use your favorite dairy-free chocolate chips or dark chocolate bar.
How To Make Vegan Samoas Stuffed Dates
- Prep the Dates: If your medjool dates still have pits, make a shallow slice down the middle of each date (be careful not to slice all the way through) and remove the pit. Gently open each date to make space for the filling.
- Make the Coconut Filling: In a small bowl, combine the desiccated coconut and peanut butter. Mix until everything is well combined. The mixture should be moist and hold together when pressed between your fingers. If it’s too dry, add a bit more peanut butter until you reach the right texture.
- Stuff the Dates: Spoon the coconut mixture into the middle of each date. Drizzle with melted chocolate. Place in the fridge to allow the chocolate to set. Enjoy!
Megan’s Tips
- Use Fresh Dates: Fresh medjool dates have the softest texture and are naturally sweet.
- A Sprinkle of Flaky Sea Salt: A pinch of flaky sea salt on top adds the perfect sweet-salty balance.
Storing Stuffed Dates
If you have leftovers (lucky you!), store them in an airtight container in the fridge. They also freeze well for longer storage!
LET’S DATE More Stuffed Date Recipes
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Samoas Stuffed Dates
Ingredients
- 8 medjool dates
- ¾ cup desiccated coconut
- ½ cup peanut butter
- ¼ cup vegan chocolate chips, or chocolate bar
Instructions
- If your medjool dates still have pits, make a shallow slice down the middle of each date (be careful not to slice all the way through) and remove the pit. Gently open each date to make space for the filling.
- In a small bowl, combine the desiccated coconut and peanut butter. Mix until everything is well combined. The mixture should be moist and hold together when pressed between your fingers. If it's too dry, add a bit more peanut butter until you reach the right texture.
- Melt the chocolate in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds until completely melted.
- Add a spoonful of the coconut mixture into the middle of each date.
- Drizzle the dates with melted chocolate. Place in the fridge to allow the chocolate to set. Enjoy!
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Notes
- Use Fresh Dates: Fresh medjool dates have the softest texture and are naturally sweet.
- A Sprinkle of Flaky Sea Salt: A pinch of flaky sea salt on top adds the perfect sweet-salty balance.
- Storage. If you have leftovers (lucky you!), store them in an airtight container in the fridge. They also freeze well for longer storage!
These were excellent i could eat a lot more. Thanks for sharing. #happyholidays.
These stuffed dates were so good. I want some now. I will hopefully make them again real soon. #happyholidays.
These were very good, but i really couldn’t taste the coconut as the peanut butter flavor was so strong, but still delicious! Any way to make them taste more like coconut?
#happyholidays
They really do taste like a Samoas cookie but so much healthier. Soooo good!