Healthy Twix Bars (Print version)

Wholesome layered bars with nutty crust, silky date caramel, and 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 it:

01 - Line an 8x4-inch loaf pan with parchment paper, ensuring excess paper hangs over sides for easy removal.
02 - Combine almond flour, coconut flour, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and salt in a mixing bowl. Mix until a dough forms. Press mixture evenly into prepared pan. Freeze for 15 minutes.
03 - Blend pitted Medjool dates, almond butter, coconut milk, vanilla extract, and salt in a food processor until completely smooth and creamy.
04 - Spread caramel mixture evenly over the chilled crust. Return pan to freezer for 30 minutes until firm.
05 - Melt dark chocolate chips and coconut oil together using microwave in 30-second intervals or double boiler until smooth.
06 - Pour melted chocolate over firm caramel layer. Spread evenly with spatula to cover completely.
07 - Freeze for at least 30 minutes or until chocolate is completely set. Remove from pan using parchment paper overhang.
08 - Cut into 12 even bars. Store in refrigerator for optimal texture and flavor.

# Expert suggestions:

01 -
  • The date caramel tastes ridiculously close to the real thing but with actual nutrition
  • They disappear faster than regular Twix, even from skeptics
02 -
  • Let the food processor run for a full minute to get the date caramel truly smooth
  • Room temperature ingredients for the crust make it easier to press evenly
03 -
  • Warm your knife under hot water between cuts for clean edges
  • Press the crust mixture firmly with the back of a spoon for even layers

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