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Gluten Free Caramel Slice (Grain Free, Vegan)

Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Egg-free, Soya-free, Refined Sugar-free, Vegan, Paleo, Grain-free
5 from 6 votes
Prep Time35 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Servings 20
Author Vicki Montague, FreeFromFairy

Ingredients
 
 

  • For the base:
  • 180 g ground almonds
  • 40 g coconut oil
  • 30 ml maple syrup
  • For the caramel:
  • 150 g coconut sugar
  • 1 tin coconut milk
  • 50 g coconut butter - or solid coconut cream
  • 1/2 tsp rock or sea salt
  • Chocolate top:
  • 100 g dark chocolate
  • 2 tbsp coconut milk - the thick part from the top of a tin

Instructions
 

  • Make the base first by melting the coconut oil, then stirring in the almonds and maple syrup
  • Push the mixture into a dish measuring approx. 20cm x 12cm, then bake in a pre-heated oven at 190 degrees (170 degree fan, gas mark 5) for around 20 minutes until firm
  • Once baked, remove from the oven and allow to cool completely before adding the caramel layer
  • To make the caramel layer, place all the ingredients into a small saucepan and bring slowly to the boil (over a low heat), stirring every now and again to make sure the sugar dissolves
  • Boil over a low heat for approx. 25 minutes, stirring all the time, until it becomes thick. You can test when it is thick enough by dropping a tiny bit in a glass of cold water. If it forms a soft ball then it is ready
  • Pour quickly over the cooled base and spread evenly. Place in the fridge to set before applying the chocolate layer
  • Finally to make the chocolate layer melt the chocolate and coconut milk together. You can do that in the microwave (but be very careful not to burn it), or in a bowl over a pan of boiling water (not allowing the bowl to touch the water)
  • Pour evenly over the cooled caramel mixture and leave to set before cutting into small slices and storing in an airtight container (if very hot, in the fridge otherwise at room temperature).

Notes

Nutrition facts are a guide only

Nutrition (Approx)

Calories: 144kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 16mg | Potassium: 42mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 1.1mg