Healthy Twix Bars (Printable)
A wholesome take on the classic Twix with almond crust, date caramel, and dark chocolate.
# 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 It:
01 - Line an 8x4-inch loaf pan with parchment paper, ensuring paper extends over sides for easy removal.
02 - Combine almond flour, coconut flour, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and salt in a mixing bowl. Mix until dough forms. Press mixture evenly into prepared pan. Freeze for 15 minutes until firm.
03 - Place pitted dates, almond butter, coconut milk, vanilla extract, and salt in a food processor. Blend until completely smooth and creamy, scraping sides as needed.
04 - Spread caramel mixture evenly over the chilled crust using a spatula. Return pan to freezer for 30 minutes until set.
05 - Combine dark chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth and fully melted. Alternatively, use a double boiler.
06 - Pour melted chocolate over the firm caramel layer. Spread evenly with a spatula to cover completely.
07 - Freeze for at least 30 minutes or until chocolate is completely set. Lift bars from pan using parchment paper. Cut into 12 equal bars. Store in refrigerator for optimal texture.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- They satisfy that chocolate-caramel craving without the sugar crash
- The recipe comes together faster than driving to the store for the real thing
02 -
- Straight from the freezer, these are too hard to cut cleanly
- Let them sit at room temperature for exactly 5 minutes before slicing
03 -
- Use room-temperature coconut oil so it mixes evenly into the crust
- Pat the caramel layer with wet hands to smooth it perfectly flat