Raw Caramel Crunch

Sometimes, our cravings for sweets aren't just about sugar. They're a longing for the sweetness of life—the comfort, the pleasure, the joy. And the beautiful part is, indulging those cravings doesn’t have to mean compromising your health or energy. In fact, when you use high-vibe, raw, living, nourishing ingredients, you’re actually fueling your body and soul while savoring something completely decadent.

This recipe was born from one of those moments. I wanted something rich, creamy, chewy, gooey, sweet, and crunchy... and I wanted it fast. What came through was pure magic—a dessert that tastes like a dreamy caramel candy bar but is packed with nourishing whole foods your body will actually thank you for.

This isn’t just a dessert—it’s a sensory celebration. The sweetness of dates and maple syrup. The buttery depth of tahini. The grounding crunch of puffed buckwheat or rice cakes. It’s the kind of treat that satisfies not just your taste buds, but your spirit.

Make sure to watch the video above!

✨ Raw Caramel Dessert

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe banana
• A handful of soft, juicy dates
• 1/3 cup tahini
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• A splash of vanilla
• A pinch of sea salt
• 2 tablespoons water (or more, to get that drizzly caramel texture)
• Dehydrated buckwheat (recipe in my book), crunched-up rice cake, or anything crispy for crunch

 How to Make It:

1. Start with the base: Mash your banana onto a sheet of parchment paper and spread it out evenly.
2. Add your sweetness: Flatten or dice the dates and place them over the banana layer.
3. Make your caramel magic: In a separate bowl, stir together the tahini, maple syrup, vanilla, salt, and water until smooth and spreadable.
4. Layer it up: Spread a generous layer of caramel sauce over the banana and dates.
5. Bring the crunch: Place a layer of your dehydrated buckwheat or crumbled rice cake on top.
6. More caramel, please: Add another layer of that divine caramel sauce over the crunchy bits.
7. Freeze for 30 minutes (or longer if you want it firmer).

 Tip:

I like mine just set—firm enough to hold together but still soft, chewy, and lusciously gooey. It’s that melt-in-your-mouth texture that makes every bite feel indulgent... without an ounce of guilt.

This dessert is a reminder that you can satisfy your deepest cravings without sacrificing your energy, glow, or nourishment. It’s a yes to pleasure. A yes to sweetness. A yes to feeling amazing in your body.