No-Bake Date Caramel Brownie Bars

1: Line a quarter baking sheet with parchment paper.

2: In a medium bowl, mix together the peanut butter, maple syrup, melted & cooled coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.

3: Add in the almond flour, sift the cocoa powder into the bowl, and add salt. Mix to incorporate.

4: Transfer the brownie batter to your prepared baking sheet and pack it down using a spatula and your hands into a rectangle-ish shape about 1/4-1/2 inch thick.

5: Pit the dates and soak in hot water for a few minutes to soften.

6: Drain, transfer dates to a blender and add maple syrup, peanut butter, and vanilla. Add non-dairy milk to thin.

7: Spread the date caramel over the surface area of the brownie batter.

8: Melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil together in a microwave in 15 second increments, stirring between intervals until completely glossy.

9: Pour melted chocolate on top of caramel and gently smooth until even.

10: Add flaky salt and place in the freezer to set for 1 hour or until chocolate has hardened.

11: Slice into bars and enjoy!