Description
A guilt-free, creamy caramel sauce made with wholesome ingredients like dates and almond milk. Perfect for desserts, breakfasts, or snacks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240 ml) unsweetened almond milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
- 1 cup Medjool dates, pitted and softened
- Optional: cinnamon, nutmeg, or espresso for flavor variations
Instructions
- Prepare the Dates: If your Medjool dates are dry, soak them in warm water for 10-15 minutes to soften them. Once they’re soft, drain and remove the pits.
- Blend the Ingredients: Add the pitted dates to your high-speed blender or food processor. Pour in 1 cup (240 ml) of unsweetened almond milk, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt.
- Blend Until Smooth: Start blending on low speed and gradually increase to high. Blend for about 2-3 minutes until the mixture is silky smooth. Scrape down the sides with a spatula if needed.
- Adjust Consistency: If the sauce seems too thick, add more almond milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Taste and Adjust: Give the sauce a taste and add more vanilla or a tiny bit more salt if needed. If you like a sweeter sauce, you can toss in an extra date.
- (Optional) Heat the Sauce: For a warm caramel sauce, transfer the blended mixture to a small saucepan and heat over low heat for 2-3 minutes. Stir continuously to prevent sticking.
- Cool and Store: Once the sauce is ready, let it cool slightly before serving or transfer it to an airtight jar for storage.
Notes
For best results, use fresh, soft Medjool dates. Adjust the consistency by adding almond milk gradually. Experiment with flavors like cinnamon or espresso for unique variations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 0.5
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 1.5
- Protein: 0.5
Keywords: date caramel sauce, healthy caramel, vegan dessert, refined sugar-free, dairy-free caramel