Vegan Sugar-Free Caramel Sauce
Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of this Vegan Sugar-Free Caramel Sauce, a guilt-free twist on a classic indulgence! Made with wholesome ingredients like full-fat coconut milk, buttery Medjool dates, and creamy almond butter, this wholesome recipe delivers all the luscious flavor of traditional caramel without any refined sugar or dairy. Simmered to perfection and blended until luxuriously smooth, this caramel sauce thickens beautifully for a drizzle-worthy topping on desserts, fruit, or even your morning oatmeal. Ready in just 25 minutes and easy to store, this naturally sweetened and dairy-free treat is perfect for those following vegan, gluten-free, or refined sugar-free lifestyles. Whether you're sweetening up snack time or elevating your favorite recipes, this caramel is simplicity, health, and decadence in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened almond butter
- 6 pieces Medjool dates (pitted)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 cup Water
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the pitted Medjool dates and water over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a simmer and allow the dates to soften for 5-7 minutes.
Once the dates are soft and the water has reduced slightly, transfer the mixture to a blender. Add the full-fat coconut milk, almond butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
Blend on high until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. This may take 1-2 minutes depending on your blender.
Pour the blended mixture back into the saucepan and cook over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, for about 8-10 minutes. The caramel will thicken as it cooks.
Taste the caramel and adjust the salt, if desired, for a more balanced flavor.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the caramel to cool slightly. The sauce will thicken further as it cools.
Transfer the caramel sauce to a jar or airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week and reheat gently before using, if needed.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1159 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.8 g | 97% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.1 g | 260% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 187 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 128.6 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.1 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 105.9 g | ||
| Protein | 14.9 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 229 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 1882 mg | 40% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
