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This luscious, velvety caramel is made without using animal-derived products. The caramel has been carefully created with alternative ingredients, such as coconut milk and coconut sugar, ensuring a creamy texture that rivals traditional caramel.

A pinch of sea salt is sprinkled in to elevate this delectable creation, adding a delightful contrast of flavours. Each spoonful of vegan salted caramel delivers a heavenly experience, satisfying the sweet tooth while upholding vegan principles.

It is a perfect indulgence for those who value both flavour and ethical choices, leaving a blissful taste and a guilt-free smile on their faces.

This recipe has only 4 ingredients; the taste is so divine I cannot stop eating this when I make a batch.

caramel recipe by kam sokhi allergy chef

Notes on ingredients

Coconut sugar

It is an unrefined alternative to traditional cane sugar, boasting a rich caramel-like flavour and a hint of butterscotch. Made through a simple process of collecting and evaporating the sap, coconut sugar retains more nutrients than refined sugars, including minerals like iron, zinc, potassium and vitamins B and C. Moreover, it has a lower glycemic index than traditional sugars, making it a popular choice for those seeking to manage their blood sugar levels.

With its delightful taste and nutritional benefits, coconut sugar has gradually gained popularity among health-conscious individuals and those adhering to paleo or vegan diets. Buy from:

  • The grape tree - find in most high streets or order online

  • Well easy - an online health food store with discounted prices

  • Some supermarkets

  • Health food shops

Coconut milk

Please only use coconut milk made with 100% coconuts. Most supermarket brands contain questionable gums like carrageenan, which can curdle sauces and have harmful effects on your health as well as ruining your cooked dishes. Check out more information on the risks of carrageenan here. Using pure coconut milk is essential for a thick and creamy caramel. I buy my coconut milk;

Ingredients

Tips

  • When making this recipe, use a medium-sized saucepan and simmer on low to medium heat to avoid boiling over.

  • When making caramel, only add salt at the end. If you add it initially, the mixture will reduce and thicken, resulting in overly salted caramel as the flavours intensify during liquid reduction.

  • Use this caramel in baking, drizzled over ice cream or desserts.

  • This caramel will keep in the fridge for 4 days, it also freezes well too.

40 mins prep & cooking time

Step by step

Recipe

  • 2 tins coconut milk

  • 160g or 1 cup of coconut sugar

  • 2 tsp coconut oil

  • 1 tsp sea salt

Method

  1. Add all the ingredients to a saucepan and whisk together.

  2. Simmer on a low/meduim heat for 35 minutes uncovered whisking every 5 minutes so it doesn’t catch on the bottom

  3. Once reduced it will be really thick and creamy, pass through a fine sieve and add the sea salt.

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