Healthy Snickers Bars
User Reviews
5
Healthy Snickers Bars
Description
This homemade version of Snickers Bars starts with a nougat layer made from almond flour, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, vanilla, and sea salt, pressed evenly at the base of a lined pan and chilled. The caramel layer merges creamy peanut butter with maple syrup, creating a smooth and naturally sweet layer topped with roasted salted peanut halves pressed into the surface for crunch. The final chocolate coating blends cacao powder, melted coconut oil, and maple syrup, poured over to seal the bars before chilling again.
The resulting bars capture the layered flavor of the original candy with wholesome plant-based ingredients. The texture combines a dense, nutty nougat base with sticky caramel and crisp peanuts, all topped with a thin chocolate shell. Cutting into portions provides small bite-sized treats suitable as snacks or dessert.
The bars can be stored frozen or refrigerated to maintain firmness and served chilled or allow to warm slightly for softening. Alternative toppings using vegan chocolate chips can be substituted. Adjusting ingredient ratios allows customization for taste or texture preferences.
The recipe serves 16 small bars and includes estimated nutrition information for those monitoring intake. Modifications such as swapping to almond butter are possible but may require slight salt adjustments.
Ingredients
Nougat Layer:
- 1 ¼ cup almond flour blanched
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil , melted
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt fine sea salt
Vegan Caramel:
- ¼ cup peanut butter all-natural creamy
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
Peanuts:
- ⅓ cup peanut halves roasted and salted
Chocolate Coating:
- ¼ cup cacao powder
- ¼ cup coconut oil melted
- ¼ cup maple syrup , at room temperature
Instructions
- Lighty spray a 9x5-inch pan with oil, then line it with parchment paper. (The oil helps the paper stay in place while you work, but it won't touch the bars.)
- To prepare the nougat layer, add the almond flour, maple syrup, coconut oil, vanilla, and salt to a large bowl. Mix well, then transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and press it evenly into the bottom. Place the pan in the freezer to chill while you make the next layer.
- To make the caramel layer, stir together the peanut butter and maple syrup, until very smooth. Pour the caramel over the nougat layer, and use a spatula to spread it out.
- Sprinkle the peanut halves over the top of the caramel, making sure they are distributed evenly throughout the pan. Use your hands to lightly press them into the caramel. Set the pan in the freezer while you make the final layer.
- To prepare the chocolate coating, mix together the cacao powder, coconut oil, and maple syrup. This works best if the maple syrup isn't cold from the fridge, so the mixture will stay pourable. Remove the pan from the freezer and pour the chocolate topping over the top. Use a spatula to spread the chocolate evenly over the entire top of the peanut layer, and sprinkle the top with flaky salt, if you like.
- Place the pan in the freezer to set until the bars are totally firm, at least 1 hour. Slice into 8 rows, then cut each bar in half to create 16 "fun size" candy bars. For a smaller, bite-size treat, cut the 16 pieces in half again to make 32 small squares. These bars are very rich, so you don't need much!
- Homemade Snickers Bars need to be stored in the fridge or freezer to remain solid. They will soften at room temperature and, as a result, will be messier to eat. Keep in mind that the caramel layer will not totally firm up, so it might spill out the sides as you bite into these bars. You can store these in an airtight container for up to 3 months in the freezer, if you don't eat them all before then.
Notes
- These bars make about 16 small pieces; cutting smaller yields up to 32 bite-sized treats.
- Substitute almond butter and almond flour if preferred, adding extra salt to balance flavors.
- You may use melted mini vegan chocolate chips instead of the cacao-coconut oil chocolate coating.
- Store bars frozen or refrigerated to keep firm; allow to warm slightly before serving for softer texture.
- The nougat layer is simplified to one bowl in this updated recipe version for ease of preparation.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 161 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 161kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Sodium | 60mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 138mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 10IU | 0% |
| Calcium | 35mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
You'll Also Love
