Description
This easy no-bake Vegan Salted Caramel Slice features a wholesome oat-walnut crust, creamy date-tahini caramel, and a chocolate layer topped with flakey sea salt. It’s a healthy, indulgent treat that’s dairy-free, gluten-free, and naturally sweetened—perfect for any time you need a sweet fix.
Ingredients
- Crust:
- 1 cup oats
- 1/2 cup walnuts
- 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder (or 1–2 tbsp extra oats)
- 2 tbsp melted coconut oil
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- Caramel:
- 1 cup Medjool dates (soaked, drained, and pitted)
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2–3 tbsp warm water (as needed)
- Topping:
- 3/4 cup chocolate chips (dairy-free)
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- Flakey sea salt (for garnish)
Instructions
- Line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a food processor, blend oats, walnuts, protein powder, coconut oil, and maple syrup until crumbly and sticky. Press mixture into the bottom of the pan to form a crust.
- Soak dates in hot water for 10 minutes, then drain and pat dry. Blend dates, tahini, vanilla, and warm water until smooth. Spread evenly over crust. Freeze for 15–20 minutes to firm.
- Melt chocolate chips and coconut oil together until smooth. Pour over caramel layer and spread evenly. Freeze again for 20–30 minutes until set.
- Sprinkle with flakey sea salt. Slice into bars and enjoy chilled.
Notes
- Use any nut or seed butter in place of tahini for flavor variation.
- Dark or homemade chocolate works well for a less sweet topping.
- Chilling the slice before cutting helps with clean edges.
- Swap protein powder with more oats if desired.
- Store in fridge or freezer for convenient healthy snacking.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
