Chocolate Covered Dates and Apricots

Indulge in the perfect balance of sweetness and nuttiness with these chocolate-covered dates and apricots. This delightful treat features succulent dates and apricots filled with a delightful mix of pistachios, pecans, and almonds. After a generous dunk in rich chocolate, they're topped with crushed pistachios for an added crunch. Perfect for snacking or as a sweet gift, these bites are irresistibly delicious.

Ingredients

🌰 10 soft Medjool dates
🍑 10 dried apricots
🥜 1/2 cup shelled pistachios, divided (reserve some for topping)
🌰 1/4 cup pecans
🌰 1/4 cup almonds
🍫 1 cup chocolate melting wafers (such as Ghirardelli)

Instructions

1- Prepare the Nuts:

Finely chop the shelled pistachios, pecans, and almonds.
Set aside a small portion of the crushed pistachios for topping.

2- Fill the Dates and Apricots:

Slice open each date and apricot without cutting all the way through. Remove the pits from the dates.
Stuff each cavity generously with the nut mixture, pressing gently to compact.

3- Melt the Chocolate:

In a microwave or using a double boiler, slowly melt the chocolate wafers until smooth and glossy.

4- Dip the Fruits:

Using a fork or skewer, dip each filled date and apricot into the melted chocolate, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Allow any excess to drip off.

5- Add the Toppings:

Place the chocolate-covered treats on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Quickly sprinkle the reserved crushed pistachios on top before the chocolate sets.

6- Set the Chocolate:

Allow the chocolate to solidify at room temperature or speed up the process by placing the treats in the refrigerator for about 15-20 minutes.

7- Serve:

Once the chocolate is firm, arrange the dates and apricots on a serving platter and enjoy!

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes (excluding chocolate setting time)
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 10 servings (1 date & 1 apricot per serving)
Calories: Approximately 150 kcal per serving
Proteins: 2g per serving
Fats: 8g per serving
Carbohydrates: 18g per serving
Equipment: Knife, chopping board, microwave or double boiler, fork/skewer, baking sheet, parchment paper