Remove the pits from each of the dates. Use your fingers to separate the dates to create a cavity, but don’t pull them completely apart.

Line a baking tray or cutting board with parchment paper for easy cleanup.

Spoon 1-2 teaspoons of peanut butter into each date cavity, depending on the size of each date. Sprinkle the peanut butter with sea salt.

Place the chopped dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high in 30-second intervals until almost completely melted and smooth, then use a whisk or silicone spatula to melt any remaining pieces. It usually takes three rounds in my microwave to melt.

Dip the stuffed dates in the melted dark chocolate, coating them in as much chocolate as you’d like. Spread the dates out on the parchment paper-lined baking tray or cutting board.

Sprinkle any optional toppings on top of the chocolate before the chocolate melts. Freeze the dates until the chocolate sets, about 10-15 minutes, or refrigerate for about 30 minutes.