Boil some water and pour over pitted medjool dates. Let them soak for ten minutes.
Drain the water.
Add the dates to a high speed blender/food processor and add 1.5 tsp vanilla extract, 2 tbsp cashew butter, pinch or two of sea salt, and a splash of maple syrup or extract.
Mix until completely smooth, add a bit of water if needed to get it mixing. Mix in the desired amount of finely shredded coconut. Let cool.
Melt dark chocolate and add a bit to each pumpkin form, then plop in about a tsp or so of the date caramel! Then add more chocolate to each form so the date caramel is covered by chocolate.
Let the chocolate set in the fridge or freezer before enjoying!
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer.