This is by far one of my most popular snacks for playdates, parties, and meetings. I make it in large batches and it keeps for a couple weeks in a closed container in the refrigerator. Its a great way to get the kids to take in some raw nutrition. The kids eat it after school, for snacks, desserts and we've even poured it in the morning green smoothies. Celery dipped into this is awesome!
This is especially great for moms who want to transition their kids off of processed and artificial foods (its fast and simple to make). Its tasty and sweet so there are never any complaints about it being "health" food. This is a recipe included in the first part of the Transition To Nutrition program in the works.
Raw Caramel Sauce
3/4 cup raw almond butter
1/2 cup maple syrup or raw honey
4 Tbsp unheated coconut oil
2 Tbsp vanilla extract
5 soft dates, pits removed
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/8 tsp himalayan salt or celtic sea salt
1/4-1/2 cup pure water for desired consistency
In a blender, blend all ingredients with only 1/4 cup water until smooth. Add more water to reach desired consistency - The more water added, the thinner the sauce.
One last note: Be sure to give the teeth a brushing after consuming fruit and sweet snacks. My oldest has always eaten a lot of fruit although no processed sweets. He ended up with a handful of cavities due to high fruit and not enough brushing. We now eat for good bone and tooth health, and are sure to brush after eating fruit and sweet snacks with a natural xylitol toothpaste or Living Libations' Wild Child Healthy Gum Drops.
