Sin Free Caramel Slabs by The Clever Cook.
Are you planning coffee with friends over your summer break or maybe if the sun peeks out - a picnic with the kids? This Clever Cook healthy twist on the much loved caramel square are made from nuts, oats, dates and dark chocolate- free from refined sugars, which still ooze with creamy deliciousness. They can be popped in the freezer and stored away, although once you taste them I am not so sure they will make it so far!
Ingredients:
Base:
- 1 cup of cashew nuts
- 1 cup of oats
- 1 tsp of vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp of maple syrup
Caramel Centre:
- 1 cup of dates
- 1 tbsp water
- 3 tbsp of organic peanut butter
Topping:
- 85% Dark Chocolate
Method:
- In a food processor place the oats and cashew nuts.
- Add the maple syrup and vanilla extract and blend until smooth and creamy.
- On a baking tin spread the mixture and place in the freezer.
- Meanwhile clean the food processor and begin to blend your caramel. Add dates and peanut butter together and 1tbsp of water. Once blended, if it does not resemble a smooth creamy texture, do not be afraid to add a little more water and blend again.
- Remove the base from the freezer and gently spoon the caramel over the base and spread evenly.
- Pop in the freezer for a further 5-10 minutes and begin to melt some 85% dark chocolate in a pot. Remove tray and cut base and caramel layers into medium sized squares before spooning the dark chocolate carefully over each square.
- If the chocolate spills over the edge, do not panic. Simply cut of the edges with a clean knife, before popping in the fridge to allow them to set!
- Store in an air tight container and pop on the kettle and Enjoy!
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