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Dark chocolate date caramel fudge (vegan, GF)

February 10, 2018 By travellingoven 6 Comments

If you saw my last blog post (this amazing Chocolate orange pudding, vegan & GF), than you know that I’m kind of into chocolate lately. Hey, wait, actually I’m kind of always into chocolate haha! šŸ˜€ I’m a huge fan of dark chocolate and raw cacao and love making treats, dessert and breakfasts using those two gorgeous ingredients. Ā Cacao is just the best!

Did you know that raw cacao powder contains more than 300 different chemical compounds and nearly four times the antioxidant power of your average dark chocolate, more than 20 times than that of blueberries. Protein, calcium, carotene, thiamin, riboflavin, magnesium, sulfur, flavonoids, antioxidants, and essential fatty acids are also present and they all haveĀ have incredible benefits for our bodies, such as lowered LDL cholesterol, improved heart function and reduced cancer risk. So I love using it in sweet treats and when combined with other healthy ingredients like coconut oil, dates or maple syrup or honey, vanilla, nut butters etc we can enjoy something delicious and decadent but at the same time healthy and good for us. Isn’t that just amazing!?

dark chocolate date caramel fudge (vegan, gluten-free)

dark chocolate date caramel fudge (vegan, gluten-free)

dark chocolate date caramel fudge (vegan, gluten-free)

dark chocolate date caramel fudge (vegan, gluten-free)

So let’s talk a bit more about cacao (I really want to convince you to start using raw cacao powder instead of processed and loaded with sugar cacao powder).

Here are some of Ā cacao powder benefits:

  • it’s rich source of Magnesium aĀ a mineral that is essential for energy production, for a healthy brain and nervous system, for our muscles and for strong bones and teeth. Magnesium may also support a healthy blood pressure.
  • Ā it’s a source of iron, which builds the blood and helps to transport oxygen around our body, as well as potassium, copper, zinc, manganese and selenium.
  • cacao can also beĀ high in flavonoids, which have antioxidant activity. Raw cacao and flavonoid-rich chocolate have been linked with heart health benefits including increasing the good form of cholesterol (HDL) in our blood and lowering blood pressure.
  • cacao contains a compound called phenylethylamine (PEA for short!). PEA is thought to elevate mood and support energy, and is said to be one of the reasons that many people love chocolate!

Ok, that’s enough for today, hope you found all these fact interesting! Now let’s go back to our yummy chocolatey date caramel fudge that is simple ‘melt in your mouth’ good!

dark chocolate date caramel fudge (vegan, gluten-free)

dark chocolate date caramel fudge (vegan, gluten-free)

dark chocolate date caramel fudge (vegan, gluten-free)

All ingredients in these little chocolatey bites are good for us and our bodies but let me just mention gorgeous dates! Sure, dates are high in natural sugars and rich in calories and that’s why we should enjoy them in small quantities but they are so healthy and so much better that anything with refined sugar!

Here are some of the amazing benefits of dates:Ā relief fromĀ constipation, intestinal disorders,Ā heartĀ problems,Ā anemia, sexual dysfunctions,Ā diarrhea, abdominalĀ cancer, and many other conditions. Dates also help for aĀ healthy weight gain. TheyĀ are rich in severalĀ vitamins,Ā minerals, andĀ fiber. These deliciousĀ fruitĀ contain calcium, sulfur,Ā iron,Ā potassium, phosphorous,Ā manganese,Ā copperĀ andĀ magnesium, which are all beneficial for health.

dark chocolate date caramel fudge (vegan, gluten-free)

dark chocolate date caramel fudge (vegan, gluten-free)

dark chocolate date caramel fudge (vegan, gluten-free)

I already mentioned this here on the blog but I’m really not a fan of regular caramel. I just find it overly sweet and when ordering a dessert out I never order something with caramel. BUT that was until I discovered that you can make your own date caramel that sure is sweet but in a totally different way! Those are natural sugars and now I’m definitely a caramel date fan, specially when it’s combined with raw cacao that is slightly bitter, match made in heaven if you ask me! If this sounds good to you, make sure to check out these recipes from the blog: Chocolate cups filled with date caramel, Raw chocolate date cupsĀ or these fun Apple date caramel party bites!

The things I love about this recipe:

  1. It’s very chocolatey!!!
  2. It’s made with healthy ingredients.
  3. It’s very easy to make and no need to turn on the oven.
  4. It has date caramel in it!!!
  5. Small quantity goes a long way.
  6. It’s a decadent treat but at the same time good for us.
  7. It’s vegan, gluten-free and refined sugar-free.
  8. That sea salt on top is heaven!

Dark chocolate date caramel fudge (vegan, GF)
 
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Prep time
20 mins
Total time
20 mins
 
Author: Lili Basic
Recipe type: Dessert
Serves: 12 small squares
Ingredients
  • For fudge
  • ½ cup coconut oil, melted
  • ½ cup almond butter
  • ½ cup dates (soaked in water for 15 min)
  • 2 tbsp raw cacao
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • pinch of salt
  • For date caramel
  • 1½ cup dates (soaked in water for 15 min)
  • ¼ cup plant-based milk (I used almond)
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil, melted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Topping: high quality sea salt (optional)
  • Note: 1 cup = 250 ml
  • This makes a small quantity.Even though these are healthy they are also rich in calories so small bites go a long way. I used a small food container, size 13 x 17 cm / 5 x 6.5 inch.
Preparation
  1. Put all the ingredients for fudge into your food processor and process until you get a smooth thick mixture.
  2. Transfer it into a small food container and press it using your fingers or a back of the spoon.
  3. Prepare date caramel by put all its ingredients into food processor and process until you get smooth creamy mixture. If necessary, add a bit more milk so it blend easier.
  4. Spread date caramel on top of the fudge and put it in the freezer for about 30 min or until it firms up enough so you can slice it with a knife.
  5. Slice in small squares, sprinkle them with a bit of sea salt and keep in the fridge. Enjoy!
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dark chocolate date caramel fudge (vegan, gluten-free)

dark chocolate date caramel fudge (vegan, gluten-free)

dark chocolate date caramel fudge (vegan, gluten-free)

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  1. Lea says

    February 10, 2018 at 2:30 pm

    Bring on the date recipes!!!! My midwife has all her clients eat 6-7 dates a day for the last 4-6 weeks of pregnancy because she has found it to SPeed labor and Greatly reduce hemorrhaging. I’ve since read a few articles that found the same. So Im always on the lookout for ways to incorporate dates without having to just Eat them plain.

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    • travellingoven says

      February 10, 2018 at 6:33 pm

      Thank you so much for your comment! I didn’t know that about dates but I do know they are very healthy and I love having them as a little treat, sometimes just dipped into some almond butter or tahini, so delicious! šŸ™‚

      Reply
  2. Samantha Paul says

    February 13, 2018 at 7:58 am

    Hey Lili….! I love chocolate and I really enjoyed your recipe….these looks soooo yummy & delicious, I will definitely making this in upcoming weekend….Thanks for sharing….keep shared your new ideas with amazing recipes….!

    Reply
    • travellingoven says

      February 13, 2018 at 11:42 am

      Hi Samantha, thank you so much for your kind comment! I hope you’ll try out this recipe as it’s so simple but so delicious! šŸ™‚

      Reply
  3. Mila says

    March 9, 2018 at 8:56 am

    Njam njam, really looking forward ti trz this!

    Reply
    • travellingoven says

      March 9, 2018 at 12:46 pm

      Thank you! These are soooo delicious, hope you’ll love them! šŸ™‚

      Reply

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