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Easy 4-Ingredient Holiday Treat: Chocolate-Pecan Date Bites

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Enjoy these sweet and salty treats that are perfect for a quick Thanksgiving treat!

Ingredients:

  • Medjool dates
  • Pecans
  • Dark chocolate chips
  • Flaky coarse sea salt

Instructions:

  1. Prep the Dates:
    • If the Medjool dates are hard, soak them in warm water for 5–10 minutes, then pat dry.
    • Carefully slice each date lengthwise to remove the pit, keeping the date intact as much as possible.
  2. Stuff with Pecans:
    • Insert one whole pecan (or a few pecan pieces) into each date where the pit was removed. Press gently to close the date around the pecan.
  3. Melt the Chocolate:
    • In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate chips in 15-20 second increments, stirring in between, until smooth and pourable.
  4. Drizzle the Chocolate:
    • Using a spoon, drizzle melted chocolate over the stuffed dates. Be generous!
  5. Add a Touch of Salt:
    • Sprinkle each date with a pinch of flaky coarse sea salt while the chocolate is still warm.
  6. Set and Serve:
    • Place the dates on a parchment-lined plate or tray and refrigerate for about 15 minutes, or until the chocolate sets.
    • Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Optional Tip: Arrange the bites on a decorative plate and garnish with extra pecans for a festive presentation.