Step 1: Soak the Dates Start by soaking your Medjool dates in warm water for about 30 minutes. This softens them and makes them easier to blend into a creamy caramel texture.

Step 2: Blend It Up Drain the soaked dates and add them to a high-powered blender along with the raw almond butter, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt.

Step 3: Blend Until Smooth Blend all the ingredients until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency. If the mixture is too thick, add a tablespoon of filtered water at a time until it reaches your desired consistency.

Step 4: Taste and Adjust Give your raw vegan salted caramel sauce a taste test. Depending on your preference, you can adjust the sweetness and saltiness. Add more maple syrup for sweetness or a bit more sea salt for a stronger salted caramel flavor.

Step 5: Store Transfer your delectable salted caramel sauce into an airtight container. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, but be warned—it’s so good it might not last that long!

Step 6: Enjoy! Now, it’s time to savor the sweet rewards of your labor. Drizzle this heavenly sauce over vegan ice cream, pancakes, waffles, or use it as a dip for fresh fruit. The possibilities are endless, and your taste buds are in for a treat.