Healthy Date Caramel (WFPB, No Sugar Added)
This creamy date caramel is made by simply boiling soft dates and cashews, then blending them into a smooth, naturally sweet spread. The result is a thick, rich caramel-like sauce with no refined sugar—perfect for drizzling over oatmeal, apples, toast, pancakes, or stirring into smoothies.
Ingredients
- 1 cup pitted Medjool dates
- 1/4 cup raw cashews
- ¼ tsp sea salt
- 1 cup water or less for a thicker version
Instructions
- Add the dates, cashews, and cover with water in a small saucepan.
- Bring to a gentle boil for about 5 minutes, until the dates and cashews are soften.
- Let cool and then transfer the dates and cashews to a high-speed blender.
- Add the salt and 1 cup water and blend until completely smooth and creamy.
- Add a little more water if needed to reach your desired caramel consistency.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Nutrition
Calories: 49kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 103mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 18IUVitamin C: 0.01mgCalcium: 9mgIron: 0.3mg
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