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4 Ingredient Date Caramels

4 Ingredient Date Caramels: Amazing No-Bake Treat

  • Author: Jannet Lisa
  • Total Time: 2 hours 35 minutes (includes freezing time)
  • Yield: 12 caramels 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Learn how to make simple and healthy 4 ingredient date caramels. These no-bake treats are naturally sweet, vegan, and dairy-free, offering a delicious alternative to traditional caramel.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound Medjool dates, pitted
  • 1/4 cup creamy almond butter
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips or bar, for dipping
  • 1 teaspoon coconut oil, for melting chocolate
  • Flaky sea salt, for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Soak the pitted Medjool dates in hot water for 10 minutes to soften them.
  2. Drain the softened dates and place them in a food processor.
  3. Add the almond butter and 2 tablespoons of melted coconut oil to the food processor.
  4. Blend the ingredients until the mixture is smooth and creamy, forming a date caramel base.
  5. Line a loaf pan with parchment paper. Spread the date caramel mixture evenly into the pan.
  6. Freeze the mixture for 2 to 3 hours, or until firm.
  7. Remove the firm date caramel from the freezer and cut it into 12 small squares.
  8. Melt the chocolate chips with 1 teaspoon of coconut oil using a double boiler or microwave in short intervals, stirring between each.
  9. Dip each date caramel square into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated.
  10. Place the chocolate-covered caramels on a parchment-lined plate.
  11. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt, if desired.
  12. Refrigerate the caramels until the chocolate has set.

Notes

  • For a nut-free version, substitute sunflower seed butter for almond butter.
  • Use refined coconut oil to avoid any coconut flavor in the caramels.
  • If your dates are dry, the soaking step is crucial for a smooth blend.
  • When melting chocolate, use low heat to prevent burning.
  • Store the finished date caramels in the refrigerator or freezer.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes (for soaking dates and melting chocolate)
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: No-bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 caramel
  • Calories: Approximately 150-200 (will vary based on chocolate and nut butter used)
  • Sugar: Approximately 20-25g (natural sugars from dates)
  • Sodium: Varies
  • Fat: Approximately 8-12g
  • Saturated Fat: Approximately 3-5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 5-7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: Approximately 25-30g
  • Fiber: Approximately 3-5g
  • Protein: Approximately 2-3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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