Step 1

Use a small sharp knife to cut a slit in each date and remove the seed. Reserve one date, then place the rest in the bowl of a food processor and pulse a few times. Break up mud cake and add to food processor, and blitz until a smooth paste forms. Transfer mixture to a bowl and roll into small balls. Place on a tray in a single layer and refrigerate to chill.

Step 2

Slice reserved date into small slivers.

Step 3

Melt chocolate in short bursts in the microwave. Dip each ball in the melted chocolate and use two forks to gently turn and coat. Lift and shake gently to remove any excess chocolate, then place on a tray lined with baking paper. Top with a sliver of the reserved date.

Step 4

Once you have coated each ball, refrigerate until set.