AIP Friendly Honey Coconut Caramels
Chewy, golden, and deeply satisfying, these caramels hit every note you want from a classic candy — rich, buttery sweetness with a hint of salt — using nothing but a short list of wholesome ingredients. Conventional caramels are almost always off the table due to dairy, refined sugar, and additives, but this version leans entirely on honey and full-fat coconut milk to build that signature silky texture and amber depth. The coconut oil adds body and a subtle richness, while vanilla powder (not extract, which can contain alcohol or additives) keeps everything compliant without sacrificing flavor. Cooking the mixture low and slow to the firm-ball stage at 245°F is the real secret — patience here is what separates a proper chewy caramel from a sticky mess. A finishing sprinkle of flaky sea salt is optional but genuinely transforms each piece into something that tastes like it came from a fancy confectionery. The batch cuts into 24 individually wrappable pieces, making them perfect for gifting, snacking, or stashing in the freezer for whenever a sweet craving hits. Clean ingredients, zero compromise on taste — this is the kind of treat that makes the whole protocol feel a lot less restrictive.
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24 servings
- 1 cup honey
Ingredient noteAIP restricts added sweeteners, but small occasional amounts of unrefined honey are accepted on the protocol; the ~2 teaspoons per serving here likely stays within that limited allowance. If you prefer to always avoid honey, please tap it and change its rating to Red.
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- ¼ cup coconut oil
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ½ tsp vanilla powder
- flaky sea salt, for sprinkling (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with two overlapping strips of parchment paper, leaving a 2-inch overhang on all sides. Lightly grease the parchment with a thin film of coconut oil.
- 2
Combine the honey, coconut milk, coconut oil, and fine sea salt in a medium heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly until the coconut oil melts and the mixture is fully combined, about 2–3 minutes.
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