4-ingredient date caramel

Indulge in the sweet flavors of the season without compromising your health goals with this delectable Caramel Date Dip!

As the holidays approach, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to indulge in sugary treats, but here’s a delicious, health-conscious option that perfectly complements your favorite fresh fruits like crisp apples. This date dip is not only a nutritious choice, but it’s so good, it might as well be candy!

So, grab your favorite fall fruits, a spoonful of this delightful dip, and get ready to satisfy your sweet tooth the healthy way!

Serve this healthy treat during the upcoming holidays. And that includes Halloween. 🎃👻

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4-Ingredient Date Caramel

Author: Judes Draughon

Don’t miss my 4-ingredient date caramel recipe 👇🏽

Ingredients

• 1 cup pitted dates (any kind)
• 1/2 cup cashews or peanuts (or a mix of the two) or any kind of nut butter including peanut butter.
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp course salt
• 1 - 2 tbsp maple syrup to taste (optional)
• 1/2 cup (or more) reserved date water from soaking or milk of your choice

Instructions

1. Remove the pits from the dates, then place them in a bowl.
2. Add nuts to the bowl too. Cover the dates and nuts with boiling water and let soak for about 10 - 30 minutes to soften.
3. Drain but reserve the soaking water.
4. Add drained dates and nuts to a blender along with 1/2 cup of the reserved water, vanilla, salt and maple syrup.
5. Secure the lid and blend until smooth and creamy. If you need more liquid, add a little more reserved water. Caramel will thicken slightly when chilled, so you have room to add more liquid if needed.
6. Serve with sliced apples. Or transfer it to an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 5 days. Makes a little over 1 cup 🍎🍏🍎