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4-Ingredient Date Caramels Recipe

4-Ingredient Date Caramels Recipe

Delight in these 4-Ingredient Date Caramels that combine medjool dates, almond butter, and chocolate for a guilt-free treat.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 6 hours
Servings: 16 squares
Course: DESSERT RECIPES
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups medjool dates pitted and packed
  • 1/2 cup almond butter can substitute with any nut or seed butter
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil melted
For the Topping
  • 1 cup chocolate chips semi-sweet or dark
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil melted

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • microwave-safe bowl
  • Spatula
  • lined dish

Method
 

How to Make 4-Ingredient Date Caramels
  1. Begin by adding the pitted medjool dates, almond butter, and melted coconut oil into a food processor. Blend everything until smooth and creamy, which should take about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Once blended, pour the luscious date mixture into a lined dish. Use a spatula to spread it evenly, making sure it reaches all corners for uniform thickness.
  3. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips or chocolate bar together with the additional coconut oil. Heat in 30-second increments, stirring each time, until it's smooth and silky.
  4. Carefully pour the melted chocolate over your date mixture. Use a spatula to spread it evenly, ensuring that it fully covers the base for a decadent finish.
  5. Place the dish in the refrigerator for several hours, or until the mixture is set firm. Once chilled, remove from the fridge and cut into squares for serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

If desired, drizzle some extra melted chocolate on top for a beautiful garnish. Ensure medjool dates are soft and fresh for better flavor and texture; soak in warm water if they're dry. Allow caramels to chill in the refrigerator for at least four hours for easier cutting.

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