9 Reasons People Watching Their Sugar Are Switching to Date-Sweetened Chocolate
Most "sugar-free" chocolate trades sugar for sugar alcohols, stevia, or a weird aftertaste. Here's Why Thousands of Label-Readers Are Switching to DÄT Chocolate to Enjoy Their Favorite Treat Without Compromising Their Health.
By Nancy ThompkinsUpdated November 2026 · 5 min read
★★★★★Loved by 40,000+ happy customers · USDA Organic · No added sugar
DÄT gets all of its sweetness from one ingredient: whole organic dates.See the 9 reasons ↓
🔍 What label-readers check first
DÄT
Most "sugar-free" bars
Sweetener
Whole dates
Erythritol, maltitol, stevia, monk fruit
Added sugar
0g
0g, but often swapped for sugar alcohols
Sugar alcohols
None
Usually
Ingredients
4–6, all organic
Often 8–12+
Aftertaste
Just chocolate
Cooling or bitter "diet" finish
1Reason 1 of 9The sweetener
Sweetened With Real Dates. But What About the Sugar?
Whole organic dates: the only sweetener in every DÄT bar.
Dates are naturally sweet, but here's what might surprise you: each square of DÄT Chocolate contains just 1.5g of sugar.
Unlike refined sugar, whole organic dates contain natural fiber, which helps slow sugar absorption during digestion.
No cane sugar. No syrups. No artificial sweeteners. Just real organic dates.
The result? Delicious 75% dark chocolate with just 1.5g of sugar per square and 0g added sugar.
2Reason 2 of 9No crash
No Sugar Highs (or Lows).
Your energy after a treat
DÄTSugary chocolate
Illustration for explanation only, not measured data.
Nobody wants a sugar spike followed by an energy crash. Dates are naturally high in fiber, which helps slow how quickly their sugar is absorbed, unlike typical chocolate made with refined sugar.
With just 1.5g of sugar per square, DÄT makes it easier to enjoy your favorite treat while being mindful of your blood sugar.
No Sugar Alcohols. No Stevia. No "Diet" Aftertaste.
Dates taste like fruit, so the chocolate just tastes like chocolate.
If you've ever eaten a "sugar-free" bar and spent the evening regretting it, you've met sugar alcohols: erythritol, maltitol, xylitol. They're how most diet chocolate gets to "0g sugar."
Other bars use stevia or monk fruit. They're hundreds of times sweeter than sugar, and many people taste a lingering, bitter, almost metallic finish.
DÄT uses none of them. Not a little. None.
"They taste better than I expected, so rich and flavorful and no weird aftertaste like the other bars with stevia or artificial sweeteners. This is real chocolate."
★★★★★ Jacqueline S., Verified Buyer
"I used to buy Lily's or sugar free chocolate but they do not compare to these! The other chocolate had a weird taste… these are so creamy rich and delicious!"
★★★★★ Jacqueline S., Verified Buyer
4Reason 4 of 9The "healthy" chocolate trap
The Coconut Sugar Myth: It's Not What You Think.
Here's something most people don't realize: coconut sugar doesn't actually come from coconuts.
It's made from the sap of coconut palm flowers, and despite its healthy-sounding name, it's nutritionally very similar to regular cane sugar.
Yet many chocolate brands market coconut sugar as a healthier alternative.
At DÄT, we took a different approach: real organic dates, 0g added sugar, and no artificial sweeteners.
Because what's on the ingredient label matters more than what's on the front of the package.
5Reason 5 of 9The label
4–6 Ingredients. All Organic. Nothing to Google.
Simply Dark: four ingredients, USDA Organic certified.
USDA Organic certified. No dairy, no soy, no palm or seed oils, no emulsifiers, no "natural flavors." If you've learned to read the back of the package first, this is the bar that rewards you for it.
✓No added sugar: sweetened only with dates
✓USDA Organic · Vegan · No gluten ingredients
✕No sugar alcohols, stevia, or monk fruit
✕No dairy, soy, palm or seed oils
6Reason 6 of 9The portion
Just 1 or 2 Squares to Satisfy Your Chocolate Cravings.
Each 2.5 oz DÄT bar has 8 rich, delicious squares of 75% dark chocolate. Customers tell us that just one or two squares after dinner are enough to satisfy their sweet tooth.
1 bar = 8 squares. A square or two after dinner, and the rest of the bar is there for the days ahead.
"My go to dessert option! 2 squares perfect after dinner and now cannot imagine a night without it!"
We don't make medical claims, and we won't. But we read every review, and a lot of them come from people who are careful about sugar. Here's what they tell us, in their own words:
"I'm diabetic and know I can finally enjoy chocolates! Thanks NUTSOLA!!!"
★★★★★ Robert T., Verified Buyer
"I wasn't sure if chocolate with dates would spike my blood sugar but it doesn't, and so grateful!"
★★★★★ Jessica L., Verified Buyer
"I just luv this chocolate. I'm a diabetic so I don't eat regular chocolate bars because of the sugar content, and these bars fit my diet and take care of my sweet tooth at nite."
★★★★★ David A., Verified Buyer
Individual experiences, shared by customers. Everyone's body is different. If you manage a medical condition, talk to your doctor about what's right for you.
8Reason 8 of 9The taste
Tastes Like Candy. Made to Help You Thrive.
Who says chocolate has to be a guilty pleasure?
DÄT combines rich, creamy 75% dark chocolate with the natural sweetness of organic dates to create a delicious treat you'll actually crave.
No added sugar. No artificial sweeteners. No sugar alcohols. Just real, organic ingredients you can feel good about.
Because living a healthier lifestyle shouldn't mean giving up the chocolate you love.
New to Dark Chocolate? Try Our Variety Pack.
Five flavors. Four to six ingredients each. Sugar didn't make the list.
Flavor 1 of 5
Simply
Pure, deep, classic.
4 ingredients. That's it.
1Organic Cacao
2Organic Dates
3Organic Cocoa Butter
4Sea Salt
Flavor 2 of 5
Almond Crunch
Crunchy, nutty, addictive.
6 ingredients. That's it.
1Organic Cacao
2Organic Roasted Almonds
3Organic Quinoa
4Organic Dates
5Organic Cocoa Butter
6Sea Salt
Flavor 3 of 5
Hazelnut Crunch
Toasty hazelnut in every bite.
5 ingredients. That's it.
1Organic Cacao
2Organic Dates
3Organic Cocoa Butter
4Organic Roasted Hazelnuts
5Sea Salt
Flavor 4 of 5
Peanut Butter
The cup you grew up on, upgraded.
5 ingredients. That's it.
1Organic Cacao
2Organic Peanut Butter
3Organic Dates
4Organic Cocoa Butter
5Sea Salt
Flavor 5 of 5
Cashew Butter
Silky, creamy, melt-in-your-mouth.
5 ingredients. That's it.
1Organic Cacao
2Organic Cashew Butter
3Organic Dates
4Organic Cocoa Butter
5Sea Salt
"It tastes delicious and doesn't have all the added sugar… I prefer milk chocolate, but switched to dark chocolate when I found Nutsola since it is good for me."
"Love all the flavors! Thank you for making a sweet and healthy treat… Customer for life!"
Jessica L., Verified Buyer
★★★★★Couple
"My husband and I love the variety pack! … I never feel dumpy after eating one, it's just good quality chocolate."
Cynthia J., Verified Buyer
★★★★★Former skeptic
"It's always hard to know if a review is authentic or fake. I was skeptical about the quality of this chocolate, but I am very happy with the purchase. This is very high quality dark chocolate."
Matthew D., Verified Buyer
★★★★★Switched brands
"For the same price, the Nutsola bars are thicker and more flavorful… a much better bar, and a much better deal."
It's absolutely delicious and made with 4–6 simple organic ingredients and naturally sweetened with dates. No added sugar, no sugar alcohols, no stevia. 75% cacao, 7g protein and 0g added sugar per bar, so you get real dark chocolate with no crash and no bitter aftertaste.
What do you sweeten with?
Organic dates only. No cane sugar, no sugar alcohols, no stevia or monk fruit. Just whole dates, which is why there is no cooling or chemical aftertaste.
DÄT chocolate uses only one date per bar and has 1.5g of sugar from dates and 1g of fiber per square. Because we sweeten with fruit, it slows down sugar absorption so you won't get sugar highs and lows. We have thousands of diabetic and pre-diabetic customers who can finally enjoy chocolate again without the crash!
Where do you source your cacao from?
We source our cacao from Peru, close to the Amazon Rainforest.
How do you ship?
During the summer months, we ship Monday–Wednesday and occasionally Thursday if your address is within one-day shipping. During the winter, we ship Monday–Friday, depending on location. When it's too hot, we ship with insulation and gel packs so your chocolate arrives in perfect condition. We care deeply about your experience, from the first bite to how it's delivered!
Do you offer a happiness guarantee?
Yes! We offer a happiness guarantee for one box of chocolate or up to $56. If you aren't happy in any way, we will refund you and you don't have to return it. We think you are going to love it!
Keep Chocolate. Feel Your Best. Lose the Added Sugar.
Join 40,000+ people who switched to chocolate sweetened only with dates.
Testimonials reflect individual customer experiences and are not typical or guaranteed results. NUTSÓLA makes no claims about blood sugar, diabetes, or any medical condition. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult your healthcare provider about your diet.
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