Chocolate Covered Caramels

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Try making these healthy Chocolate Covered Caramels for your next dessert option! Dates are packed with many nutrients including iron, fiber, magnesium, and antioxidants. Maca powder offers a long list of health benefits including balancing hormones, improving mood, strengthening bones, and improving memory. Tahini will help add a nutty flavor to these caramels while also supplying your body with many antioxidants. Sea salt helps promote hydration, and as a result, improves skin health. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup of dates, soaked and drained

  • 3 tbsp tahini

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 tsp maca powder

  • ½ tsp sea salt

  • 1 cup dairy-free chocolate chips

  • 1 tsp coconut oil

  • Extra sea salt for topping

Instructions:

1) Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

2) Add all ingredients, except the chocolate chips and coconut oil, to a high-speed blender and blend until smooth. Take breaks to scrape the sides with a spatula.

3) Transfer mixture to a bowl and place in the fridge for 20 minutes. Once hardened, shape 1 tbsp of the caramel into candy pieces.

4) Place the chocolate chips and coconut oil in a saucepan and melt over low-medium heat. Coat the caramels with the chocolate and line on the prepared baking sheet.

5) Top with extra sea salt and place in the freezer. Allow to freeze for at least one hour and enjoy!