Raw Salted Caramels

 

Raw Salted Caramels 

This is probably the easiest recipe I will ever post here. Virtually 2 ingredients and you have yourself some delicious, kid friendly vegan salted caramels. I enjoy them best when they've been in the freezer for a couple of hours but they are very easily transportable and make the perfect quick snack when you need some energy on a hike. I've been trying out recipes I can make in bulk and have on hand for Carter as a snack that are easy, enjoyable and healthy, and these fit the bill! Whether you are on a beach or mountain top , these babies are as addictive as they are easy to make , so be sure to bring  plenty! 

Ingredients

2 cups pitted dates

2 cups raw cashews

3 tsp vanilla (optional) 

3 tbsp water 

Sea salt 

1) Add cashews, dates and vanilla into a food processor. Process for a few minutes until they are ground pretty well and mixed. 

2) Depending on the softness of the dates, at this point you want to add in 1-3 tbsp of water. You want the mixture wet/sticky enough that it sticks together easily in your hands. 

3) Use a teaspoon ( or tablespoon if you want bigger balls ) and scoop some of the mixture into your hands. Roll it into a ball and place onto a foil lined plate. 

4) Sprinkle the balls with sea salt and place into the freezer for a couple of hours to set. Enjoy!! 

Recipe makes approximately 24 salted caramels. 

Macros per ball: 12.4c, 4.75f , 2p