Deliciously Decadent Date Caramel Brownie Bark: a decadent and better for you treat
if you’re craving something rich, chocolaty, and utterly indulgent, but want to keep it on the wholesome side, look no further than this plant-based date brownie bark.
this 10/10 treat combines a fudgy brownie base with a luscious date caramel, topped with crunchy peanuts, chocolate chips, and a sprinkle of sea salt.
it’s truly perfect combination of textures and flavors, making each bite the most satisfying experience.

taste and texture
the brownie base is deep and chocolaty, with a slight nuttiness from the almond flour and walnuts.
the date caramel adds a sweet, gooey layer that perfectly complements the rich brownie.
the toppings of peanuts and chocolate chips add a delightful crunch, while the sea salt enhances all the flavors, making each bite a perfect balance of sweet and salty. it’s like eating a decadent candy bar, but so much better for you.
how to make it
making this date caramel brownie bark is surprisingly easy and doesn’t require any baking. here’s how you do it:
- prepare the brownie base: in a food processor, combine almond flour, walnuts, cocoa powder, maple syrup, almond butter (or sunbutter), and unsweetened dairy-free milk. blend until smooth and well-mixed. spread the mixture evenly onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, about 1/4 inch thick, and freeze for 30 minutes.
- prepare the date caramel: in a food processor, blend pitted medjool dates, unsweetened dairy-free milk, almond butter, coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- assemble the brownie bark: spread the date caramel evenly over the frozen brownie base. sprinkle peanuts, melted chocolate, chocolate chips, and sea salt on top.
- freeze and serve: freeze for at least 3 hours. once set, break the bark into pieces and enjoy. store any leftovers in the freezer and thaw slightly before eating.

indulgent yet better for you
what makes this date caramel brownie bark feel super indulgent is the rich combination of chocolate, caramel, and nuts.
however, unlike traditional candy or brownies, this treat is made with wholesome ingredients that are better for you.
almond flour provides healthy fats and protein, while the dates offer natural sweetness and fiber.
using almond butter or sunbutter adds a creamy texture without the need for dairy, making this recipe perfect for those following a vegan or dairy-free diet.
substitution options
this recipe is quite flexible, and you can easily make substitutions based on your dietary needs or what you have on hand. here are some ideas:
- nuts: if you’re allergic to peanuts, try using another nut or seed!
- sweetener: instead of maple syrup, you can use agave syrup or date syrup.
- nut butter: any creamy nut or seed butter will work, so feel free to use peanut butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter.
- milk: any unsweetened dairy-free milk will do, such as oat milk, soy milk, or coconut milk.
storage
store your date caramel brownie bark in an airtight container in the freezer.
it will keep for several weeks, though we doubt it will last that long!
when you’re ready to enjoy a piece, simply take it out of the freezer and let it thaw for a few minutes to soften slightly.

if you love Deliciously Decadent Date Caramel Brownie Bark, try these other recipes from my blog!
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Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies Stuffed with Caramel
No Bake Peanut Butter and Chocolate Chip Protein Cookies
Vegan Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream
No Bake Vegan Protein Glazed Donuts
Vegan Chocolate Chip Protein Banana Cake
Super Fudgy Vegan and Gluten Free Sweet Potato Brownies
Vegan No Bake Protein Carrot Cake Bites
Vegan and Gluten Free Blueberry Bakery Donuts

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Deliciously Decadent Date Caramel Brownie Bark
Recipe by Mary5
servings20
minutesIngredients
brownie base:
1 cup almond flour
1/2 cup cocoa powder
1/3 cup maple syrup
1/3 cup runny almond butter or sunbutter
2 tbsp unsweetened dairy-free milk
date caramel:
10 large pitted medjool dates
1/3 cup unsweetened dairy-free milk
1/3 cup almond butter or peanut butter
2 tbsp room temperature coconut oil
1 tsp vanilla extract
toppings:
melted chocolate (1/2 cup chocolate chips melted)
peanuts
chocolate chips
sea salt
Directions
- in a bowl combine almond flour, cocoa powder, maple syrup, almond butter (or sunbutter), and unsweetened dairy-free milk.
- combine until smooth and well-mixed. spread the mixture evenly onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, about 1/4 inch thick, and freeze for 30 minutes.
- in a food processor, blend pitted medjool dates, unsweetened dairy-free milk, almond butter, coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- spread the date caramel evenly over the frozen brownie base. sprinkle pecans, chocolate chips, and sea salt on top.
- freeze for at least 3 hours. once set, break the bark into pieces and enjoy. store any leftovers in the freezer and thaw slightly before eating.



11 Responses
Walnuts are mentioned in the log post a couple of times but are not included in the recipe ingredients or instructions. Is something missing in the recipe?
original recipe used walnuts- chose peanuts for this 🙂
Is the oil essential for the date caramel? I would prefer not to use.
hi! you can just use any liquid including milk- just may take longer to set.
Does this need to be served frozen?
Can you substitute the Almond Flour with Oat Flour or Pecan Flour??
I cannot have almonds or peanuts.
pecan would work better!
Delicious, easy recipe! This came together super quickly and will be the perfect sweet treat hiding out in the freezer when I get a craving. I would suggest that you revisit the writing of the step by step instructions. They are slightly unclear and if someone were to follow them exactly as written they might not end up with a result that matches your photos. For ex: there is no mention of spreading the melted chocolate.
amazing and thank you, will look into that 🙂
This is such a lovely treat! Will definitely be making it again. As someone else posted, your instructions are not complete with regard to the melted chocolate.
thank you! will update:)