Homemade Dairy Free Caramel Sauce

Who says you need butter and cream to make a rich, velvety caramel sauce? This Homemade Dairy-Free Caramel Sauce is proof that you can have all the sweetness and texture of traditional caramel using only simple, wholesome ingredients — no refined sugar, dairy, or artificial sweeteners required.

Made with naturally sweet Medjool dates, creamy coconut oil, and a touch of vanilla and sea salt, this caramel is luscious, nutrient-dense, and absolutely irresistible.

Drizzle it over apples, spoon it onto oatmeal, swirl it into coffee, or just enjoy a little straight off the spoon (no judgment here).

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This dairy-free caramel sauce is one of those “how is this healthy?” recipes — it tastes decadent, but every ingredient serves your body well. The dates bring natural sweetness, fiber, and essential minerals like potassium and magnesium. The coconut oil adds healthy fats for energy and satiety. It’s smooth, rich, and full of caramel flavor, but without the refined sugar or dairy that often leave you feeling heavy.

It’s also naturally vegan, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free, making it a recipe that everyone can enjoy.

Ingredients

• 1.5 cup dates, pitted and soaked overnight
• 1 cup milk, unsweetened
• ⅓ rd cup coconut oil, scant
• 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
• ½ tsp sea salt
• Optional: 1-2 TBSP dark cocoa powder

Directions

1. Soak dates overnight in warm water to help soften them. Then, discard water and place dates into a blender.
2. Add the remaining ingredients into the blender and blend on high for 1-2 minutes.
3. For a fun twist, you may add unsweetened cocoa powder for a chocolate caramel sauce. Serve with sliced apples or pears. Sauce is great slightly warmed over ice cream! Enjoy!

Notes

Makes 1.5 cups of caramel sauce

(12) 2- TBSP servings

May store refrigerated 5-7 days or freeze to enjoy later. Allow to reach room temperature before serving.

Storage

Store in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, or freeze in small portions for longer storage. Simply reheat gently on the stove or in a warm water bath before serving.

A Sweet Treat You Can Feel Good About

Traditional caramel relies on refined sugar and heavy cream — but this version lets you satisfy your sweet tooth while also fueling your body with real nutrients. It’s rich, creamy, and perfectly sweet with zero guilt.

Whip up a jar, keep it in the fridge, and you’ll always have something naturally sweet to elevate your meals and snacks.