Chewy Date Snickers “Ice Cream” (Froyo) Sandwiches
Chewy Date Snickers “Ice Cream” (Froyo) Sandwiches
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 1 tub whipped topping, (such as TruWhip)
- 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 3 tablespoons smooth natural peanut butter
For the Date Shell and Topping
- 12 ounces pitted dates
- 3/4 cup chocolate chips
- 2 teaspoons coconut oil
- as needed crushed peanuts
Instructions
- 1
Make the filling: In a medium bowl, combine the whipped topping, plain Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and smooth natural peanut butter. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Set aside.
⏱️ 5 min
- 2
Prepare the date shell: Line a sheet pan with parchment paper. Open the pitted dates and arrange them in a single layer on the parchment paper. Place another sheet of parchment paper over the dates. Using a rolling pin or a heavy pan, flatten the dates to create a large rectangle approximately 8x4 inches. If there are any gaps or holes, use small pieces of date to fill them in and re-roll to ensure a solid surface. Carefully cut the large date rectangle into two equal squares, each approximately 4x4 inches.
⏱️ 15 min
- 3
Assemble the sandwiches: Place one of the 4x4 inch date rectangles onto a clean parchment-lined sheet pan or baking pan. Spread the prepared creamy filling evenly over this date layer. Carefully place the second date square on top of the filling and gently press down to secure.
⏱️ 5 min
- 4
Freeze the slab: Transfer the assembled sandwich slab into the freezer. Freeze for at least 5 to 6 hours, or preferably overnight, until it is thoroughly frozen and firm.
⏱️ 360 min
- 5
Slice the sandwiches: Once the large sandwich slab is completely frozen, remove it from the freezer. Using a sharp knife, slice the large square into 8 smaller, individual sandwich squares. Place these individual squares back into the freezer while you prepare the chocolate coating.
⏱️ 5 min
- 6
Melt the chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each interval, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
⏱️ 3 min
- 7
Dip and garnish: Remove the individual frozen sandwich squares from the freezer. Dip each sandwich into the melted chocolate, covering approximately half of the sandwich. As you dip each one, place it onto a second parchment-lined sheet pan. Immediately sprinkle the chocolate-dipped sections with crushed peanuts.
⏱️ 2 min
- 8
Final freeze: Place the garnished sandwiches back into the freezer for an additional 10 minutes, or until the chocolate has completely hardened. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the freezer.
⏱️ 10 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Chewy Date Snickers “Ice Cream” (Froyo) Sandwiches
For the Filling
- 1 tub whipped topping, (such as TruWhip)
- 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 3 tablespoons smooth natural peanut butter
For the Date Shell and Topping
- 12 ounces pitted dates
- 3/4 cup chocolate chips
- 2 teaspoons coconut oil
- as needed crushed peanuts
Instructions
- 1
Make the filling: In a medium bowl, combine the whipped topping, plain Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and smooth natural peanut butter. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Set aside.
⏱️ 5 min - 2
Prepare the date shell: Line a sheet pan with parchment paper. Open the pitted dates and arrange them in a single layer on the parchment paper. Place another sheet of parchment paper over the dates. Using a rolling pin or a heavy pan, flatten the dates to create a large rectangle approximately 8x4 inches. If there are any gaps or holes, use small pieces of date to fill them in and re-roll to ensure a solid surface. Carefully cut the large date rectangle into two equal squares, each approximately 4x4 inches.
⏱️ 15 min - 3
Assemble the sandwiches: Place one of the 4x4 inch date rectangles onto a clean parchment-lined sheet pan or baking pan. Spread the prepared creamy filling evenly over this date layer. Carefully place the second date square on top of the filling and gently press down to secure.
⏱️ 5 min - 4
Freeze the slab: Transfer the assembled sandwich slab into the freezer. Freeze for at least 5 to 6 hours, or preferably overnight, until it is thoroughly frozen and firm.
⏱️ 360 min - 5
Slice the sandwiches: Once the large sandwich slab is completely frozen, remove it from the freezer. Using a sharp knife, slice the large square into 8 smaller, individual sandwich squares. Place these individual squares back into the freezer while you prepare the chocolate coating.
⏱️ 5 min - 6
Melt the chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each interval, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
⏱️ 3 min - 7
Dip and garnish: Remove the individual frozen sandwich squares from the freezer. Dip each sandwich into the melted chocolate, covering approximately half of the sandwich. As you dip each one, place it onto a second parchment-lined sheet pan. Immediately sprinkle the chocolate-dipped sections with crushed peanuts.
⏱️ 2 min - 8
Final freeze: Place the garnished sandwiches back into the freezer for an additional 10 minutes, or until the chocolate has completely hardened. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the freezer.
⏱️ 10 min