Vegan & Gluten Free Caramel Dip

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This 3 ingredient caramel dip is a delicious and easy-to-make snack. It’s perfect for a quick mid-day pick me up, or even a yummy lunch box treat for the kids. This recipe’s star ingredient, dates, are a powerhouse of nutrients and antioxidants, making it a healthier alternative to traditional caramel. This creamy dip has all the flavor of traditional caramel but without the dairy or refined sugar. Enjoy with your favorite apples, pretzels, or even serve on ice cream!

Ingredients Needed

• Dates: pitted. You can use regular or medjool dates.
• Coconut milk: can of full fat
• Maple syrup: pure maple syrup with no added ingredients

How to make 3 ingredient caramel apple dip

This recipe really is so simple. With only 3 simple ingredients and a blender you’ll be snacking on the yummy treat in no time. Soak your pitted dates for a minimum for 1 hour. Then, combine dates, 1 can of full fat coconut milk, and maple syrup into a blender. Blend until combined and the consistency of caramel. This usually takes about 3 to 4 minutes. Serve with apple slices, pretzels, graham crackers, or anything your heart desires! Enjoy!

Storage

This yummy caramel dip will store for up to a week in the refrigerator.

*This yummy recipe pairs perfectly with this recipe for Granny’s Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream.

Vegan Caramel Dip

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Course Dessert, Snack

Equipment

• blender

Ingredients

  

• 2 cups Pitted dates soaked in water for minimum of 1 hour.
• 3/4 cup Coconut milk Can of full fat works best
• 4 tablespoons Maple syrup

Instructions

 

• Soak your dates in water for a minimum of one hour.

  Place dates, coconut milk, and maple syrup together in a high speed blender and blend until the consistency of caramel sauce. Typically around 3-4 minutes.

  Cool in the refrigerator and serve. Enjoy!