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Home » Desserts » Chocolate Caramel Easter Eggs (Dairy Free).

Chocolate Caramel Easter Eggs (Dairy Free).

Mar 18, 2022 by Kelly Roenicke · 33 Comments

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Dark chocolate caramel filled Easter eggs. Easy dairy free candy recipe.

These chocolate caramel Easter eggs are a delicious and healthier treat! Naturally sweet caramel is surrounded with rich dark chocolate to make a decadent dessert that kids and adults love. This allergy friendly candy recipe is simple to make, and requires just a few ingredients.

vegan chocolate caramel easter eggs on a baking sheet

Easter is coming soon…are you thinking about Easter candy and treats yet?

It can be tricky to find holiday candy that’s safe for those with food allergies or special dietary needs. Thankfully, there are some brands of candy that are allergy friendly, but it can also be fun to make your own creations for the holidays.

These chocolate caramel Easter eggs are very simple to make and so delicious. The caramel filling is made with dates! Date caramel is an easy and tasty way to enjoy caramel without the dairy.

Since this filling needs to be thick, it requires just minimal ingredients – it simply requires Medjool dates, water, a pinch of salt, and a food processor. And it’s so delicious! Date caramel has a wonderful natural sweetness that’s just right when paired with chocolate.

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chocolate covered caramel easter egg candy on a doily

Ingredients

  • Dairy free chocolate chips
  • Medjool dates
  • Water
  • Salt

Step by Step Instructions

1. Place the pitted Medjool dates, salt, and a little water in a food processor. Blend until the caramel is thick and smooth.

date caramel in a white bowl

2. Melt the dairy free chocolate chips in the microwave and stir until smooth.

melted chocolate in a bowl with a spoon

3. Use a spoon to spread the melted dairy free chocolate into an egg candy mold. Place in the refrigerator so the chocolate firms up.

chocolate in a candy mold

4. Once the chocolate is firm, spoon some date caramel into the mold, then top with more melted chocolate to cover the caramel.

date filled chocolate candies

5. Chill in the refrigerator until the chocolate is hard. Turn the mold over a cookie sheet or tray and gently remove the chocolate eggs. Drizzle some melted chocolate on top of each egg for decoration.

vegan caramel filled easter eggs

Type of Dates

Medjool dates work well for this recipe, but Deglet Noor dates will also work. The fresher the dates are, the better! If your dates are a bit too dry or hard, just soak in some hot water for about 15 minutes, then drain before making the caramel.

Dairy Free Chocolate Chips

Both Enjoy Life Foods and PASCHA Chocolate make dairy free, allergy friendly chocolate chips that are delicious. Check your local grocery store, or order these brands online.

Allergy Friendly Medjool Dates

If you’re allergic to nuts, it can be difficult to find safe dried fruit, including dates. I would encourage you to call about any brands of dates that you try.

One brand that may be good for those with food allergies is SunDate, who states on their website that they only process dates in their facility. I have seen this brand at Kroger, Meijer, and Aldi. You should call them to make sure that they are still only processing dates at this time.

I know that everyone has different comfort levels regarding allergens and processing, so please research the brands of dried fruit that you use!

homemade date caramel chocolate candies

More Dairy Free Candy Recipes

  • 2 Ingredient Chocolate Covered Cherries
  • Chocolate Sunbutter Cups
  • Coconut Oil Chocolate with Toasted Coconut
  • Chocolate Truffle Easter Eggs

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dairy free chocolate caramel easter eggs on a cookie sheet
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Chocolate Caramel Easter Eggs (Dairy Free).

Chocolate Easter eggs are filled with date caramel to make a holiday treat that's simply delicious.

Course Dessert
Cuisine Dairy Free, gluten free, Nut free, vegan.
Keyword easy, no bake
Prep Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings 24
Calories 129 kcal
Author Kelly Roenicke

Ingredients

  • 16 Medjool dates You can also use Deglet Noor, pitted
  • 1-3 teaspoons water*
  • a couple pinches of sea salt
  • 2 cups dairy free chocolate chips
  • ¼ cup dairy free chocolate chips
US Customary – Metric

Instructions

  1. Place the dates and a couple pinches of salt in the food processor and pulse to start to blend them. Add just a little bit of water if needed.*

  2. Continue to process the dates – it will take a minute to puree them completely. Add a bit of water at a time (don’t overdo it!). If your dates are fresh, you will not need much water.
  3. The caramel is done when it is very thick and smooth.
  4. Melt one cup of chocolate chips in the microwave. Microwave for one minute, stir, then microwave for 15 second intervals until totally melted and smooth.
  5. Spread the melted chocolate inside some egg shaped candy molds.** Place in the refrigerator to firm up (this will take about 20 minutes).

  6. Remove the molds and spread the date caramel inside, using a knife to make it very smooth and flat.
  7. Melt the another cup of chocolate chips in the microwave. Spread this melted chocolate over the date filling. Place the candies in the refrigerator to chill until completely firm, about one hour.
  8. Melt the final ½ cup of chocolate chips and then place in a ziploc bag. Snip a tiny corner off.
  9. Remove the candy molds from the refrigerator and invert them onto a tray. Carefully remove each egg from the mold.
  10. Drizzle melted chocolate onto each egg. Place the finished candies back into the refrigerator to firm up.
  11. Store finished candies in the refrigerator as they will become a bit melty at room temperature.

Recipe Notes

*The amount of water needed will depend on the freshness of the dates. If your dates are a bit hard, soak them in hot water for about 10-15 minutes, then drain before making the caramel.

**My candy mold is made of silicone, which makes it easy to remove these once they are firm. This recipe makes twenty four 1 ½ inch eggs. You could use a different shape mold if you prefer.

Store candy in the refrigerator. It should stay fresh for 5 days.

Nutrition facts are for one chocolate egg.

Nutrition Facts
Chocolate Caramel Easter Eggs (Dairy Free).
Amount per Serving
Calories
129
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
5
g
8
%
Saturated Fat
 
3
g
19
%
Potassium
 
111
mg
3
%
Carbohydrates
 
22
g
7
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
18
g
20
%
Protein
 
1
g
2
%
Vitamin A
 
25
IU
1
%
Calcium
 
32
mg
3
%
Iron
 
1.4
mg
8
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

This post was originally published in March 2016. It has been updated with more instructions.

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Mom to two boys with food allergies and sensitivities, Kelly is passionate about allergy friendly cooking and baking. She believes that you can enjoy amazing, easy recipes even when cooking for multiple food allergies.
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Comments

  1. Lora

    April 03, 2019 at 11:43 am

    Does everyone have candy molds? Is there a way to make these without them?

    Reply
    • Kelly Roenicke

      April 03, 2019 at 4:55 pm

      You could make them in a mini muffin pan! A silicone one would work better than a metal one. If you have a metal one, make sure to use parchment liners.

      Reply
  2. Caryl Smith

    April 03, 2019 at 10:45 am

    Thank you sweet friend. Sending you loads of my love too. Have a blessed Eater, you and your family💕

    Reply
    • Kelly Roenicke

      April 03, 2019 at 4:55 pm

      Thank you, Caryl! Happy Easter to you!

      Reply
  3. Darryl

    October 12, 2018 at 1:28 pm

    5 stars
    These are crazy good!

    Reply
  4. bramirezrd

    March 24, 2016 at 5:32 am

    So in love with this! Perfect for me! Thanks for sharing a great twist on a sweet treat I miss!

    Reply
  5. Kristy @ Southern In Law

    March 23, 2016 at 12:17 am

    These look absolutely perfect! I loveee date caramel sauces/concoctions – especially when paired with chocolate!

    Reply
    • Kelly

      April 01, 2016 at 10:15 pm

      Thanks, Kristy!

      Reply
  6. petiteallergytreats

    March 22, 2016 at 12:46 pm

    Love this Kelly! Date caramel is not only easy but healthier too! Thank you for the mention too. :D Pinned.

    Reply
    • Kelly

      April 01, 2016 at 10:19 pm

      Thanks for pinning, Laura!

      Reply
  7. Sarah Jane @ The Fit Cookie

    March 21, 2016 at 11:15 pm

    These look delicious! My kids hve peanut allergies so we make chocolate SunButter eggs each year for Easter :)

    Reply
  8. Marie@nourishyoudelicous

    March 21, 2016 at 9:23 pm

    These look amazing and what a creative and healthy idea to use dates!

    Reply
    • Kelly

      March 21, 2016 at 11:08 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  9. Sharon @ Nut Free Wok

    March 21, 2016 at 5:03 pm

    I love your beautiful treats and how they have a healthy spin to them! Happy Easter!

    Reply
    • Kelly

      March 21, 2016 at 11:19 pm

      Thank you so much, Sharon!

      Reply
  10. Allergy Awesomeness

    March 21, 2016 at 2:30 pm

    So pretty!

    Reply
    • Kelly

      March 21, 2016 at 11:20 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  11. Elizabeth DiBurro

    March 21, 2016 at 1:51 pm

    I made chocolate Easter eggs too, but from SunButter. They’re all gone now and I still have time to make more before Easter. I think I’ll give yours a try. They’re safe for my son and I’ve been dying to try date “caramel”.

    Reply
    • Kelly

      March 21, 2016 at 11:21 pm

      I think you’ll like date caramel, and it’s easy to make! I need to make some sunbutter eggs, now you’ve got me craving them! :)

      Reply
  12. ankey15

    March 21, 2016 at 1:43 pm

    A beautiful and healthy Easter Treat. I wish i had a batch of these right now

    Reply
    • Kelly

      March 21, 2016 at 11:25 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  13. Kristine | Kristine's Kitchen

    March 21, 2016 at 1:42 pm

    These look so easy to make with such a short ingredient list! That date caramel sounds delicious and so much healthier than the sugar-filled kind!

    Reply
    • Kelly

      March 21, 2016 at 11:25 pm

      Thanks, Kristine!

      Reply
  14. thelazyveganbaker

    March 21, 2016 at 1:39 pm

    Yum x 1000!!! I made vegan coconut filled chocolate eggs for redux – great minds want great dairyfree easter treats lol! Sharing this all over :-D.

    Reply
    • Kelly

      March 21, 2016 at 11:25 pm

      Thank you! I can’t wait to check out your recipe!

      Reply
  15. Lauren Gaskill | Making Life Sweet

    March 21, 2016 at 1:18 pm

    You are officially my go-to for dairy-free chocolate recipes! These look amazing!

    Reply
    • Kelly

      March 21, 2016 at 11:26 pm

      Thanks, Lauren!

      Reply
  16. Bethany @ athletic avocado

    March 21, 2016 at 12:40 pm

    These eggs look amazing! Healthier Easter candy is what my family needs these days!

    Reply
    • Kelly

      March 21, 2016 at 11:26 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  17. Keeley McGuire

    March 21, 2016 at 12:00 pm

    These are SO cute!

    Reply
    • Kelly

      March 21, 2016 at 11:26 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply

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