Salted Date Caramels

• 10.5 oz fresh dates, pitted
• 2/3 cup virgin coconut oil, melted, plus 2 tbsp
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder, sifted
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp sea salt flakes, plus extra, for sprinkling
• 2 oz coconut flour

1. Place dates in a medium bowl. Cover with boiling water then set aside for 10 mins to soften. Drain dates, discarding water.
2. Meanwhile, whisk together 2/3 cup melted coconut oil and cocoa powder. Let stand until thickened slightly.
3. Process dates, vanilla, salt and remaining coconut oil until smooth. Transfer to a small bowl, cover and freeze for 30 mins, or until firm.
4. Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Place coconut flour in a small bowl. Using damp hands, roll tablespoons of date mixture into balls then coat in flour. Using a spoon, dip date balls into cocoa coating then place on tray. Sprinkle with extra salt. Freeze for 10 mins, or until set.

dates, virgin coconut oil, cocoa powder, vanilla, salt, coconut flour

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