Description
This Date Caramel recipe offers a natural and creamy alternative to traditional caramel, made from Medjool dates combined with nut butter, non-dairy milk, and vanilla extract. It’s a deliciously sweet, dairy-free, and vegan-friendly spread perfect for drizzling on desserts or using as a dip.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Medjool dates, pitted
- ¼ cup nut butter (such as almond or cashew)
- ¼ cup non-dairy milk (such as almond or oat milk)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt (optional)
Instructions
- Soak the dates: Soak the Medjool dates in warm water for 5 to 10 minutes to soften them. Once softened, drain the water and pat the dates dry thoroughly. Make sure to remove any pits to ensure smooth blending.
- Blend the ingredients: Place the soaked and pitted dates, nut butter, non-dairy milk, vanilla extract, and optional salt into a food processor. Blend the mixture until it becomes completely smooth and creamy, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides of the bowl for even mixing.
- Adjust consistency: If the caramel is too thick, add more non-dairy milk one tablespoon at a time, blending in between, until you reach your desired creamy consistency suitable for drizzling or spreading.
Notes
- Use Medjool dates for their natural sweetness and soft texture to achieve the best caramel consistency.
- Ensure dates are fully pitted to avoid any hard bits in the final caramel.
- Nut butter choice affects flavor; almond butter gives a milder taste, while peanut butter imparts a stronger nutty flavor.
- Store leftover date caramel in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- It can be warmed slightly before use if you prefer a more pourable texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Vegan
Keywords: Date caramel, vegan caramel, dairy-free caramel, natural sweetener, nut butter caramel sauce, Medjool dates recipe, healthy caramel alternative
