Date and Almond Butter Caramels Dipped in Chocolate Recipe
Delicious and naturally sweetened Date Caramels made with Medjool dates, almond butter, and coconut oil, coated in rich dark chocolate. This easy no-bake recipe uses simple ingredients to create a healthy treat perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without refined sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 caramels 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Caramel Base
- 1 cup Medjool Dates (pitted)
- 2 tablespoons Almond Butter (or sunflower seed butter for nut-free)
- 1 tablespoon Coconut Oil (melted)
Chocolate Coating
- 1 cup Chocolate Chips (or chocolate bar, use dark chocolate for richer flavor)
- 2 teaspoons Coconut Oil
Instructions
- Soak Dates: Start by soaking 1 cup of pitted Medjool dates in hot water for about 10 minutes to soften them for easier blending.
- Blend Together: Drain the soaked dates and add to a blender along with 2 tablespoons of almond butter and 1 tablespoon of melted coconut oil. Blend the mixture until completely smooth and creamy to form the caramel base.
- Set the Caramel: Transfer the smooth date caramel mixture to a loaf pan lined with parchment paper (9×5 inch) and spread evenly. Freeze the mixture for 2 to 3 hours until it is firm enough to slice.
- Slice the Caramels: Once firm, remove the caramel block from the pan and slice into 12 equal squares.
- Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 1 cup of chocolate chips along with 2 teaspoons of coconut oil in short bursts, stirring in between until smooth.
- Coat the Caramels: Dip each caramel square into the melted chocolate, ensuring they are fully coated, then place them on a lined plate or tray.
- Set the Chocolate: Refrigerate the chocolate-coated caramels for about 1 hour until the chocolate hardens and sets completely before serving.
Notes
- For a nut-free version, substitute almond butter with sunflower seed butter.
- Use dark chocolate chips for a richer flavor and less sugar.
- If you do not have a microwave, melt the chocolate using a double boiler method.
- Store caramels in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- To soften caramels before eating, leave at room temperature for a few minutes.
Keywords: date caramels, healthy caramels, no-bake caramel, almond butter caramel, dark chocolate caramels, gluten free dessert, vegan treat
