Tahini Stuffed Chocolate Dates (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 lb Medjool dates
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½ cup tahini (sesame seed butter), well stirred
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1 ⅓ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
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½ tsp coconut oil
→ To Top the Dates
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Sesame seeds, for garnish
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Shredded coconut, for garnish
# Instructions:
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Cut a slit along one side of each date and remove the pit. Arrange pitted dates on a large plate or baking sheet.
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Fill the center of each date with about ½ to 1 teaspoon of tahini. Place the tahini-filled dates in the freezer to set.
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In a double boiler over medium-low heat, melt the chocolate chips with the coconut oil. Stir until fully melted and remove from heat. Cool slightly to ensure the chocolate is not too hot for dipping.
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Dip the tahini-filled dates into the melted chocolate, ensuring full coverage. Sprinkle with sesame seeds or shredded coconut as desired.
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Place the chocolate-dipped dates on a tray and refrigerate until the chocolate is firm. Serve and enjoy.