By Kim Corrigan-Oliver, cetified holistic nutritionist
It is that time of year, a time of sweets and treats. It is hard on the best of days for most of us to avoid sweets, so I am here to help all of you future mamas, soon to be mamas and new mamas. I have a delicious, sweet treat, which is easy to make, healthy and sure to please.
Chocolate Covered Dates
Medjool dates
Pecans (2 to 3 per date)
Dark chocolate
Sea salt (optional)
***I have not included amounts. The first time I made them, I made ten to try them out. When I make them again, I will be making about forty, for Christmas presents. So use as many dates as you need to for your needs.
Gently open the dates and remove the pits. You will be closing the date up again, so be very gentle.
Gently place 2 to 3 pecans inside each date, where the pits use to be.
Close the date and set aside.
You now need to melt the chocolate. I do this by bringing a pot of water to a boil and then reducing it to a simmer. Put chocolate in a glass bowl and put the bowl in the pot. The water should not touch the bottom of the bowl. Gently stir the chocolate as it melts.
Once melted, removed from heat, and dip one half of the pecan stuffed dates in the chocolate.
Place on baking tray covered with wax paper.
When finished dipping all the dates, sprinkle with sea salt and place in the fridge for 30 to 60 minutes.
And that is it, super easy and really delicious. In fact, my inspiration for these came from Justin’s favourite holiday treat – Turtles…chocolate, pecans and caramel, I just switched out the caramel for dates, and believe it or not, it works!
Enjoy!
Kim Corrigan-Oliver is a first time mom and published author. She is a certified holistic nutritionist specializing in nutrition for mom, baby and toddler. She loves good food and to cook. And, she loves to share her passion for all of the above with those interested in learning more about feeding their babies and raising healthy happy children. For more information please check out her website at Your Green Baby.
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