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Date Caramels

This Date Caramels is the healthiest homemade candy ever! They are vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, no-cook, no-bake and made with only 4 Ingredients.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword date candy
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 20 candy
Calories 75kcal
Author Maria Doss

Instructions

  • Add dates, almond butter and coconut oil into a food processor. Process until it begins to gather together (scrape processor 2 times in between). You will notice that the oils beginning to seperate ---> perfect texture. 
  • Add sliced almonds and process for just about 5-10 seconds (scraping sides once in between) for the almonds to incorporate. We want most of the almonds to remain as is, since it adds lovely texture to the candy. 
  • Remove the blade and stir with a spoon to gather into one ball. Dump on a piece of parchment paper and place another parchment paper on top, roll gently to make a 5x5 inch square. Transfer onto a plate along with the parchment and refrigerate overnight or until firm.
    Important note - Try not using your hands when working at this step, since the warmth from your hands will extract more oils. 
  • Cut into 20 squares, wrap each into a piece of parchment paper, twist ends and refrigerate. Keep refrigerated until serving time.
    Alternatively, cut squares can be placed in any covered container in the refrigerator to snack anytime.

Notes

1. If using Noor variety, then use 25 dates (pitted) instead. 
2. Use solid coconut oil!  Your coconut oil will be solid during cold winter months. But, if you live in a warmer place or during hot summer months, make sure to refrigerate your oil for a few hours before using in the recipe.
3. Skip wrapping - Cut caramels can be stored in an air tight container in the refrigerator. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1candy | Calories: 75kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.001g | Sodium: 0.4mg | Potassium: 132mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 0.3mg