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Chocolate Date Caramels

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Chocolate Date Caramels You’ll Love

Chocolate Date Caramels are a delightful vegan treat made with Medjool dates and coated in chocolate.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Freezing Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 12 squares
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Caramel
  • 2 cups Medjool Dates soaked and pitted
  • 1 cup Canned Coconut Milk preferably full-fat
  • 1/2 cup Almond Flour can substitute with coconut flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon Sea Salt or Himalayan salt
  • 1/4 cup Almond Butter or peanut butter
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Vegan Dark Chocolate Chips ensure dairy-free
  • 2 tablespoons Coconut Oil neutral oil can be used

Equipment

  • blender
  • Microwave-safe Bowl
  • quarter baking sheet
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Baking Dish: Line a quarter baking sheet or brownie dish with parchment paper.
  2. Blend the Date Mixture: In a blender, combine soaked dates and coconut milk until smooth. Add almond butter, almond flour, and sea salt; blend until creamy.
  3. Spread and Freeze: Pour the caramel mixture into the lined dish and freeze for at least 1 hour.
  4. Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil in 30-second intervals until smooth.
  5. Cut and Coat Caramels: Cut the solidified caramel into squares, dip each in melted chocolate, and place back on the lined tray.
  6. Set Coating: Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and return to the freezer for about 20 minutes to harden.
  7. Store: Transfer caramels to an airtight container and store in the freezer until ready to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh Medjool dates. Keep some caramels in the freezer for easy dipping.

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