Healthy Caramel Dip

If you have been following me for a while, you probably know how much I LOVE dates. So I am always looking for fun and delicious ways to use them. This is the perfect healthy alternative to the store-bought caramel dip. I promise it tastes like caramel but with less sugar and wholesome ingredients.

If you have kids or love snacking, you need this healthy caramel dip in your fridge at all times. What is great about this recipe is how effortless it is to make this. Great for dipping apples or topping vanilla ice cream.

Ingredients Overview

Medjool dates: Your dates should be soft, not hard. If they are dry or hard, you can soak them in water for about 30 minutes, drain and then use them in the recipe.

Milk of your choice: Soy, oats, or almond milk, ideally unsweetened.

Vanilla extract: A flavor enhancer.

Salt: Just a touch to bring the flavors together.

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Course: Snack, Spread

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Healthy Spread

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Servings: 1 small jar

Equipment

• Food processor
• A small jar with a lid

Ingredients

• 2 cups Medjool dates, pitted
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) milk of your choice+ a little more if needed
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 
• A pinch of salt

Instructions

• Start by soaking the dates in boiling water for about 10 minutes. Drain and then use them in the recipe.
• Place dates in a food processor with ¼ cup milk, vanilla extract, and salt.
• Pulse until smooth. Add more milk if needed, one tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
• Place in a lidded container and refrigerate for up to 1 week.
• Serve as a dip, over ice cream, oatmeal; you name it!