Crispy Date Caramel Balls (Toffee Crisp)
These crispy date caramel balls are a wholesome twist on a classic toffee crisp, combining naturally sweet dates, puffed grains, and a smooth dark chocolate coating for a satisfying snack that’s indulgent yet balanced.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes (includes chilling)
- Yield: 12 balls
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Healthy
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups (250 g) pitted dates
- 2 tablespoons almond butter
- 1 cup (30 g) puffed rice cereal
- 0.5 cup (15 g) puffed quinoa
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
- 1 pinch kosher salt
- 2.6 oz (75 g) dark chocolate
Instructions
- Soak the pitted dates in hot water for 10 minutes to soften, then drain well.
- Add the dates and almond butter to a food processor and blend until smooth and caramel-like.
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in puffed rice, puffed quinoa, maple syrup, coconut oil, and salt. Mix until evenly combined.
- Form into 12 balls, about 1 oz (30 g) each, and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Melt the dark chocolate and dip each ball to fully coat. Return to the baking sheet.
- Refrigerate for 20 minutes, or until the chocolate sets. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use seed butter like sunflower seed butter for a nut-free version.
- Toast puffed quinoa for extra crunch.
- Shape into bars using silicone molds for a candy bar look.
- Swap dark chocolate for milk chocolate if desired.
- Make sure dates are well-drained to avoid excess moisture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
