Healthy Twix Bars (Print)
Guilt-free take on classic Twix with nutty crust, creamy date caramel, and dark chocolate topping.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Crust
01 - 1 cup almond flour
02 - 3 tablespoons coconut flour
03 - 3 tablespoons melted coconut oil
04 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup
05 - Pinch of salt
→ Caramel Layer
06 - 1 cup pitted Medjool dates (about 10-12 dates)
07 - 2 tablespoons almond butter
08 - 2 tablespoons full-fat canned coconut milk
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
10 - Pinch of salt
→ Chocolate Layer
11 - 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (dairy-free if needed)
12 - 2 teaspoons coconut oil
# How To Make:
01 - Line an 8x4-inch loaf pan with parchment paper, ensuring paper extends over the sides for easy removal.
02 - Combine almond flour, coconut flour, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and salt in a mixing bowl. Mix until a cohesive dough forms. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Freeze for 15 minutes until firm.
03 - Place pitted Medjool dates, almond butter, coconut milk, vanilla extract, and salt in a food processor. Blend until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down sides as needed.
04 - Spread the date caramel mixture evenly over the chilled crust. Return to the freezer for 30 minutes until set.
05 - Melt dark chocolate chips and coconut oil together using a microwave in 30-second intervals or a double boiler, stirring until completely smooth.
06 - Pour the melted chocolate over the firm caramel layer. Spread evenly with a spatula to cover completely.
07 - Freeze for at least 30 minutes or until the chocolate is completely set and firm to the touch.
08 - Lift the bars from the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into 12 equal bars. Store in the refrigerator for optimal texture and freshness.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The caramel tastes like it took hours but comes together in minutes
- They satisfy that 3pm candy craving without the sugar crash
- Your friends will ask for the recipe before they finish their first bar
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- Letting the layers firm up between steps is what keeps everything from turning into a muddy mess
- Room temperature caramel slides better so if it's too cold let it warm up slightly before spreading
03 -
- Warm your dates in hot water for 10 minutes if they seem dry and hard
- Run your knife under hot water between cuts for perfectly clean slices