Date Caramel Pinwheel Rolls
If you are looking for a sweet treat that is rich, and surprisingly good for you, these delightful rolls with peanut butter date filling are just what you need.Not only do they satisfy your sweet tooth, but they also offer a healthier alternative to traditional desserts. They have a super deep, rich flavor thanks to the combination of cocoa powder and almond flour, they are just so good!The filling is a gooey mix of sweet dates and creamy peanut butter, with a hint of vanilla and a pinch of sea salt to enhance all the flavors. The rolls are firm yet soft, with a satisfying chew from the dates, making each bite feel indulgent with wholesome foods!Unlike most sweets loaded with refined sugar and unhealthy fats, these date rolls are made with wholesome ingredients. The almond and oat flour provide a good source of healthy fats and fiber and instead of using sugar like traditional caramel, this recipe uses dates! Not only is it easier, it’s also much healthier, with all the sweetness coming from the dates.Why Dates?Dates are a super fruit! They are a great source of nutrients and vitamins such as potassium, magnesium, vitamins B6 and K, calcium and iron, which contribute to various health benefits. They also provide a natural energy boost and are low on the glycemic index so your blood sugar won’t spike when eating them.Why you will love these Date Caramels:Made with simple ingredients. All of the ingredients are basic pantry staples. No oven is needed. Freezer-friendly. I always make a double batch, both because they freeze so well and because my family eats them so quickly!Healthy ingredients – this recipe is made with wholesome ingredients to provide a healthier alternative that tastes just like traditional caramel candy!Easy to make – just mix everything together in a food processor, roll out the dough, make the filling and spread on top of the dough. Roll up and cut into pieces. Easy peasy.Store these delicious bites in the fridge (or freezer for longer) for whenever that craving strikes. Sometimes, nothing else will do but a sweet treat and this recipe is so delicious it will soon become your favourite go-to-treat! With the rich, caramel-like flavor of dates combined with almond and peanut butter plus a hint of sea salt, these easy-to-make caramels are the perfect snack you can enjoy guilt-free.
Servings 15
Ingredients
Base Layer
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/3 cup oat flour
- 1/3 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Caramel Filling
- 1 cup dates, soaked 30 minutes and drained
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup any milk
- 1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
Base Layer
- In a food processor, combine the oat flour, almond flour, cocoa powder, almond butter, honey and vanilla extract.Blend until a thick dough forms. Note: If the dough is too dry and crumbly, add a tablespoon or more of milk or water at a time, until you reach the desired consistency, or if the dough is too thin, wet or sticky, add more oat flour, 1 tablespoon at a time, until it thickens up.Scoop out dough on a sheet of parchment paper and place another sheet of parchment paper on top of the dough. roll out the dough into a large rectangle to prevent sticking to the counter or rolling pin.The dough will need to be around ½ inch thick.
Caramel Filling
- In the same food processor (no need to wash it from the dough), combine the dates, peanut butter, milk, vanilla extract and sea salt and blend until a smooth mixture forms.Spread the prepared date mixture evenly onto the already rolled-out dough. Carefully roll up the dough into a log. Place the log in the freezer for 45 minutes until firm.Once firm, remove the roll from the freezer and slice into 15 (or more) individual pieces to serve, Store in the freezer but thaw before eating!
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