Paleo Coconut Caramel Clusters
These Paleo Coconut Caramel Clusters may cause sudden joy, minor addiction, and spontaneous kitchen dance parties. They’re chewy, sweet, vegan, and dangerously easy. Think candy bar vibes without the sugar crash, food guilt, or mystery ingredients that require a PhD to pronounce. The caramel comes from nature—because we’re classy like that. Coconut adds crunch, sass, and tropical vacation energy. Best part? No oven. No drama. No regrets. Your inner wellness goddess and snack-craving gremlin will finally agree on something. Whip up a batch, hide them from the kids, and don’t even pretend you’re sharing.
Paleo Coconut Caramel Clusters
These Paleo Coconut Caramel Clusters are chewy, sweet, plant-based bites made with dates, coconut, and chocolate—no baking, no BS, all bliss.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Medjool dates pitted
- 1 tbsp almond butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp sea salt
- ¾ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips vegan, at least 70%
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
Instructions
- Blend dates, almond butter, vanilla, and sea salt in a processor until thick and sticky.
- Add shredded coconut, pulse to combine—but don’t over-blend, we want texture, not coconut mush.
- Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions and form into cute little clusters.
- Place them on parchment-lined plate or tray like the proud snack architect you are.
- Freeze for 10–15 minutes until firm, because patience builds character.
- Meanwhile, melt chocolate chips and coconut oil in a small bowl (microwave or double boiler, depending on your mood).
- Dip each frozen cluster into the chocolate, coat generously like you’re icing a breakup.
- Chill again until the chocolate sets. Store in the fridge unless you’re devouring them immediately.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Cluster):
- Calories: 125
- Total Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Cluster):
- Iron: 6%
- Magnesium: 7%
- Vitamin C: 3%
- Zinc: 4%
- Copper: 5%
Tips to Enhance Flavor:
- Sprinkle a tiny pinch of flaky salt on top before the chocolate sets for that bougie caramel vibe.
- Use toasted coconut for extra crunch and nutty flavor.
- Add a dash of cinnamon if you’re feeling spicy and slightly chaotic.
- Pair with black coffee, herbal tea, or wine depending on what kind of day you’ve had.
- Store in an opaque container so your family doesn’t find them.
