This creamy dip has subtle caramel undertones due to the richness of sweet dates. But its unique nut-buttery flavor comes from soaked raw cashews. It’s hard not to “double-dip!” Enjoy!
Love apples as much as we do? Here are even more delicious grain-free apple recipes perfect for celebrating Fall:
• Apple-Carrot Coleslaw
• Strawberry-Apple Salad
• Crockpot Applesauce
Healthy "Caramel" Apple Dip (GF, DF)
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 10 whole medjool dates, pitted
- 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk or coconut milk
- 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract (use 1/2 vanilla bean seeds for Whole30)
- Optional: 1 tbsp pure maple syrup (omit for Whole30)
- 4-6 organic apples, cored and sliced
Instructions
- Cover the raw cashews with room temp water and allow them to soak for at least two hours (preferably 7-8 hours to decrease phytic acid and improve digestibility).
- Place the whole, pitted dates into a separate bowl, cover with water and allow them to soak for two hours. (Do not soak the dates longer, or they will become too mushy.)
- Once soaking time is completed, drain the cashews and dates. Add them to a blender or Vita-Mix, along with the remaining ingredients, except for the apples. Blend on medium-high until completely smooth. If the mixture is too thick, add more milk, one tablespoon at a time, until desired thickness is reached.
- Place the dip into a small bowl and refrigerate until ready to serve. Serve with fresh sliced apples for a deliciously healthy treat. Yum!
