Meet my 1- ingredient date caramel. Made with just dates, this luscious, naturally sweet caramel is a game-changer for anyone who loves indulgent flavours but wants to keep it healthy. Packed with fibre, vitamins, and antioxidants, date caramel is not only delicious but also good for you. With no added sugars or artificial ingredients, this caramel hits the sweet spot naturally. Whether you’re drizzling it over pancakes, spreading it on toast, or adding it to your smoothie, this caramel is the perfect way to level up your snack game. Healthy, delicious, and totally vegan, this one’s a must-try!
Tips for Date Caramel Uses:
- Drizzle over pancakes or waffles for a sweet breakfast treat.
- Add to blended cookie dough oats as a topping.
- Use as a dip for apple slices or other fruits.
- Stir into your morning oatmeal or yogurt for added sweetness.
- Spread on toast with peanut butter for a quick snack.
- Swirl into smoothies for a caramel twist.
- Use as a filling for vegan desserts like stuffed dates or brownies.
- Add to baked goods like muffins or bars for a gooey centre.
Healthy Date Caramel
Made with just dates, this luscious, naturally sweet caramel is a game-changer for anyone who loves indulgent flavours but wants to keep it healthy.
Ingredients
- 125 g dried pitted dates
- 1 cup boiling water
- pinch of salt optional
Instructions
- Add dates to a medium size bowl and cover with boiling water. Leave to soak for 20 minutes.
- Drain dates and reserve the soaked water. Add dates to a bowl or small food processor. Blend with immersion blender if using a bowl or in the food processor. Add about 1 tablespoon of water and blend. Stop and scrape down the sides as you go, adding as little additional water as possible. Use just enough to get the dates to blend into a thick, smooth paste.
- Store date caramel in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to one week. Enjoy stirred into porridge, on toast with nut butter or in desserts.
