Healthy Twix Bars (Gluten-free) Homemade Recipe
Satisfy your sweet tooth with these delectable treats that combine a rich shortbread base, creamy peanut butter caramel filling, and a luscious chocolate coating, making them the perfect guilt-free indulgence. Ideal for any occasion—whether as a snack, dessert, or meal prep option—these bars are made with wholesome ingredients that will keep you feeling good about your choices. Quick to prepare and easy to customize with your favorite mix-ins, these Healthy Twix Bars are sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 16 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups almond flour
- 3 tbsp melted butter
- 1 1/2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 1/2 tbsp coconut oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine almond flour, melted butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt to form the shortbread base. Press into the pan and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- For the caramel filling, mix together peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and almond flour until smooth. Spread over the cooled shortbread and freeze for at least an hour.
- Melt chocolate chips and coconut oil together until smooth. Dip each bar into the chocolate coating and place on parchment paper to set.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (40g)
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg