Date Bite Crispies are tiny bits of happiness, and since they’re bite-sized, there’s little to no guilt involved in having them for a snack or dessert.
Dates are delightfully and naturally sweet, and bonus… they’re nutritious. I think they taste kind of caramel-y, so it’s no wonder figs are often called nature’s candy.
One of these days I hope to try fresh dates, but to this point, I’ve only ever had them as dried fruit purchased in a pouch. I’m not mad about that though because they’re wonderful, and I love using them in baking. Exhibit A: this date bite crispies recipe.
Date Bite Crispies
You might be able to find chopped dates at your grocery store, but mine doesn’t carry them, so I chop them myself. No problem.
Next, you’ll cook the chopped dates along with butter, sugar, and egg in a saucepan on the stove. The dates will kinda melt and break down. It’s important to keep a watchful eye on the pot and keep stirring as it cooks, so it won’t burn.
Once the “sauce” has reached a consistency you’re happy with, mix in some crisped rice cereal until thoroughly combined. It’s quite hot at this stage, but you don’t want the mixture to cool, so as soon as you can tolerate it, roll the mixture into balls, and then roll the balls in coconut (if desired). Set on waxed paper to cool completely.
Crisped Rice Date Bites
Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup butter 1 stick
- 1 egg beaten
- 1 8 oz pkg dates chopped
- 3 cups Rice Krispies
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- Optional: Coconut
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, cook sugar, butter, egg and dates until dates melt or break down (about 20 minutes). Stir continuously or mixture may burn.
- Stir in crisped rice cereal (and walnuts, if adding).
- When cool enough to touch but still very warm, pinch off mixture and shape into balls. Roll in coconut, if desired. Let cool completely. Store in airtight container.
Nutrition
Enjoy!
Kim says
I’ve been making these date balls for many years. Wonderfully delicious sums it up. I use pecans instead of walnuts. I roll mine in confectioners sugar instead of coconut. It’s my husbands favorite recipe during Christmas!!
Liz says
I’ll have to try it with your variation too. Sounds so yummy!
Sarah Hailey says
These look delicious! I’d love to make them for my next party!
Alison's Allspice says
I love dates, these look like a wonderful treat!
Carol Cassara says
Dates are really filling and their perfect for your health as well. It has a lot of benefits. I think these are worth making! I’d love to give this recipe a try.
Annemarie LeBlanc says
Delicious! Great way to enjoy dates. I never thought of using dates in desserts like this. I am making a batch for our binge watching this weekend. I wonder how long would the shelf life be for this?
Shannon Gurnee says
I’ve never really liked dates before, but this sounds like a yummy recipe. I would definitely be willing to try this out!
Michelle Waller says
These look so cool and yummy. I bet my kids would even love these.
Kita Bryant says
This is such a neat take on rice krispy treats! A take that’s better for you too!
Wendy Polisi says
What a great snack or dessert idea! A healthier version to curb that sweet tooth!
Beeb Ashcroft says
This looks and sounds like it’s packed full of protein. Great to eat before a race!
Our Family World says
I must make these yummy treats tomorrow. I wish I could make some now but I don’t have all the ingredients with me. Thanks for the recipe. I know I will enjoy these date bite crispies treat.
Seattle Travel Blogger says
This look tasty – I like caramel flavor and enjoy the smaller size of these treats.
I will definitely have to give them a try.
Alicia says
I’ve never had a date. These sound pretty good. I will have to try them out.
Cassie Tucker says
These sound like they would be so tasty! I think my husband would love them because he likes fruit based sweets.
Tracey says
Those look really good and I love the idea of baking with dates for sweetness rather than chocolate or added sugar. I’ll be trying this recipe out soon!
Divya says
I’ve never baked with dates, but I’ve heard such great things about the natural sweetness. I bet I’d love these!
Rose Siders says
These sound really interesting! I haven’t made a lot with dates, but I would totally love to give this a try.
Janell Poulette says
I never would have thought to ever try these, but man they sounds good! I would love to make them and roll them in coconut.
Emily says
These date bites look so good! I think this would be a really good snack option and I love that it is healthy too.
Meagan says
Is it crazy that I’ve never had dates before??? AFter looking at this recipe, I’m going to have to try it!
Bree says
These look delicious! I’ve never had dates before so I will definitely have to try this recipe. Thank you for sharing!
Dawn McAlexander says
These look so tasty! And the great thing is, they are not bad for you! This is a recipe that I would love to try. I will have to get on this one.
Kristin says
This looks yummy! I don’t usually bake with dates but maybe we need to give them a chance!
keikilani says
These look so delicious! They would be the perfect snack on the go for me at work.
valmg @ Mom Knows It All says
This is such a creative idea, I have never seen anyone use dates like this before. I love how easy they are to make.
Milena says
Oh, I have never been a big date fan, but these look good! I bet my family would enjoy them!
Alicia Taylor says
We love dates and this looks so much healthier than Rice Krispy treats. Thankfully, no marshmallows – so it’s vegetarian.
Marcie W. says
I love dates but typically incorporate them among more savory ingredients. These little sweet treats sound delicious!
Neely Moldovan says
Oh my gosh these are so amazing. I love stuff like this!
Pam Wattenbarger says
I need to make a batch of these for the baby. She’d actually be able to eat these and I know she’d like them.
Mandy Carter says
These look so delicious. And the perfect on the go treat that my kids would love too!
Tonya Wilhelm says
Liz, can you just come over and bake for me? These look so yummy and healthy. I could snack on these all day. Dates and coconut, what a winning combination.
Lisa Collins says
I’ve never had dates actually. If I was going to try them, this would be the way – yum!
Saidah Washington says
This is a great snack to have at home or on the go. I like how easy these are to make.
Stephanie Jeannot says
Sounds like such a delicious treat and pretty easy to make. These are ingredients that we all have in our kitchen. I will try to make these for the kids. Thank you for the recipe.
Ashley says
You have some of the best recipes I have found. These look tasty and perfect for sharing… or not!
Alissa Apel says
These do look yummy! I have a whole pinned board with different bites. I’ll add this one to it.
Rebecca Bryant says
YUMMY!!! these are so yummy looking. I love they are bite size so you can control how much you eat.
Heather says
Yum I love dates. This is definitely better for you than traditional candy and so full of flavor!
Robin Rue says
That sounds like an awesome snack! We munch a lot while we are watching movies, so I will make these the next time we have a movie night.
Neha Saini says
Have tried them twice. Once a pick up and delivery the second time.Both experiences have been bad.
Gingermommy says
These look so good! I love finding new recipes like this for the family
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
I need to make up a big batch of these. They’d be perfect for quick breakfasts and snacks on the go.
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
Those are awesome! It’s like a healthy little candy. My mouth is watering just thinking about them!