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Vegan Carmelitas Dessert: Indulge in a Guilt-Free Sweet Treat

  • Author: Maria
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 16 squares 1x

Description

These Vegan Caramelitas feature a delicious blend of chewy oats, date-based caramel, and dairy-free chocolate chips. Easy to prepare, they make for a satisfying sweet treat or dessert that everyone will love!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
  • 1 cup pitted dates, chopped
  • 1/2 cup almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt. Stir until well mixed.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until combined. If too dry, add a splash of almond milk.
  5. Line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  6. Press about two-thirds of the oat mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  7. In a small saucepan, combine chopped dates and almond milk. Heat over medium-low, stirring until dates soften (about 5-7 minutes).
  8. Transfer the date mixture to a blender and blend until smooth, adding more almond milk if needed.
  9. Stir in half of the dairy-free chocolate chips into the date mixture.
  10. Spread the date and chocolate chip mixture over the pressed oat base.
  11. Sprinkle the remaining oat mixture over the caramel layer.
  12. Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips on top.
  13. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
  14. Let cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then lift out using the parchment paper and cool completely on a wire rack.
  15. Cut into squares or bars, about 16 pieces.
  16. Enjoy warm or at room temperature, optionally with dairy-free ice cream or a drizzle of maple syrup.
  17. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Notes

  • Ensure the coconut oil is not too hot when mixing with other ingredients to avoid cooking them.
  • Feel free to adjust the size of the squares based on your preference.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes

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