Date Caramel

Date caramel is rich and silky smooth caramel made with Medjool dates. This date caramel recipe is easy to make using 4 ingredients. Top all your favoriite treats or as a sweet dip.

Add the pitted dates into a heat safe bowl. Pour enough boiling water to fully cover the dates.

Step 1:  

Top the bowl with a tea towel on top of the bowl. Leave the dates to soak and soften in the hot water for about 20 - 30 minutes.

Step 2:  

Drain the dates, gently press the dates to release any excess water.

Step 3:  

Transfer the dates to a high speed blender or food processor. Pour milk or water, vanilla extract and salt to the blender or food processor.

Step 4:  

Blend the dates, milk, vanilla and salt together for about 5 minutes. Stop and scrape down the sides and bottom of the blender or food processor.

Step 5:  

Taste the mixture and adjust as needed. Add more liquid for a thinner caramel sauce. Add more vanilla or salt if needed for your preference. Continue blending for up to 5 more minutes (10 minutes total).

Step 6:  

Transfer the date caramel sauce to a serving bowl or air tight container to store in the fridge.

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