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4 Ingredient Date Caramels Recipe

4 Ingredient Date Caramels Recipe
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These 4 Ingredient Date Caramels are a wholesome and delicious treat made with natural ingredients. Soft medjool dates blended with creamy almond butter and coconut oil create a rich caramel center, which is then coated in smooth melted chocolate. This gluten-free, vegan-friendly dessert is easy to make, satisfies sweet cravings, and makes for a perfect guilt-free snack or gift.

Ingredients

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Date Caramel

  • 1 cup packed medjool dates, pitted
  • 2 tablespoons creamy almond butter (or any nut/seed butter)
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil, melted

Chocolate Coating

  • 1 cup chocolate chips, or an 8-ounce chocolate bar
  • 2 teaspoons coconut oil, melted

Instructions

  1. Soften Dates: Soak the medjool dates in a bowl of very hot water for 10 minutes to soften them, making blending easier and yielding a smoother caramel texture.
  2. Make Date Caramel: Drain the softened dates and transfer to a food processor or high-speed blender. Add the almond butter and melted coconut oil, then pulse until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
  3. Freeze Caramel: Line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper and transfer the date caramel mixture into the pan. Smooth the top and place it in the freezer for 2-3 hours, or until firm to the touch.
  4. Slice Caramel: Remove the date caramel from the freezer and lift it out using the parchment paper. Place it on a cutting board and slice into 12 small squares evenly.
  5. Melt Chocolate: In a heat-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and 2 teaspoons of coconut oil together either in the microwave (stirring every 20 seconds) or over a double boiler until completely smooth and melted.
  6. Coat Caramels: Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each caramel square fully into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is completely coated. Lift out carefully and transfer to a parchment-lined plate or tray.
  7. Set Chocolate: Repeat the dipping process for all caramel squares. Then place the coated caramels in the fridge for 1 hour or until the chocolate hardens and is fully set.
  8. Serve or Store: Enjoy the chocolate covered date caramels immediately or store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.

Notes

  • Use medjool dates for the best caramel texture and natural sweetness.
  • You can substitute almond butter with any other nut or seed butter such as cashew, peanut, or sunflower seed butter.
  • Ensure dates are well soaked to blend into a smooth caramel.
  • For dairy-free chocolate, select vegan chocolate chips or bars.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge to maintain firmness and freshness.
  • Freezing the caramel ensures easy slicing and clean chocolate coating.

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Keywords: date caramel, vegan caramels, healthy chocolate treats, no bake desserts, gluten free sweets, almond butter caramels

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