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Date Caramels

Irresistible Date Caramels – Guilt-Free Indulgence Awaits

Delight in these Date Caramels that are vegan, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free, perfect for healthy indulgence.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Freezing Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: vegan
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Caramel Base
  • 15 Medjool dates pitted
  • 0.5 cup Almond Butter can swap with other nut or seed butter
  • 2 tablespoons Coconut Oil melted
For the Chocolate Coating
  • 1 cup Vegan Chocolate Chips dairy-free

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Loaf pan
  • microwave-safe bowl
  • spatula
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Soak the Dates: Begin by pitting about 15 Medjool dates, then soak them in hot water for 10 minutes.
  2. Blend the Caramel Base: Drain the dates and blend them with ½ cup almond butter and 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil until smooth.
  3. Prepare the Pan: Line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper and pour in the date caramel mixture.
  4. Freeze the Caramel: Freeze for 2-3 hours until firm.
  5. Cut the Caramels: Remove from the pan and cut into 12 squares.
  6. Melt the Chocolate: Melt 1 cup vegan chocolate chips with 1 tablespoon coconut oil in the microwave.
  7. Coat and Chill: Dip each caramel in melted chocolate and chill for 1 hour.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks or freeze for longer storage.

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