Experience the magic of these Heavenly Banana Bread Twix Bars, a creative twist on the classic Twix candy bar with a delightful banana bread base. This recipe ingeniously combines the comforting flavors of banana bread with the decadence of a Twix bar, all while using just six gluten-free ingredients. The soft and flavorful banana bread base, rich peanut butter caramel, and smooth chocolate topping come together to create a treat that’s as delicious as it is innovative.
Why You’ll Love This: These bars are a dream come true for anyone with a sweet tooth and a love for creative baking. The banana bread base offers a moist and flavorful foundation that contrasts beautifully with the sweet and salty peanut butter caramel layer, topped off with a rich chocolatey coating. Plus, they’re gluten-free, making them accessible for those with dietary restrictions. Each layer complements the others perfectly, making these bars an irresistibly indulgent treat.
Perfect Occasion: Banana Bread Twix Bars are ideal for almost any occasion. Serve them at brunch, as a special dessert after a family dinner, or bring them to a potluck and watch them disappear! They’re also fantastic for festive celebrations like birthdays and holidays, offering a unique twist that stands out from typical desserts.
Decoration Tips: For an added touch of elegance, sprinkle the top with sea salt or crushed nuts before the chocolate sets. You can also drizzle a bit of melted white chocolate in a contrasting pattern to make them visually striking. Serve each bar on a small plate with a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of banana slices for a gourmet presentation.
Ingredients:
- For the Banana Bread Base:
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 cup gluten-free flour
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 3 tbsp melted coconut oil
- 1 tsp baking powder
- For the Caramel Layer:
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
- A pinch of salt
- For the Chocolate Topping:
- 200g chocolate
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F) and line an 8-inch square tray with baking paper.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas thoroughly. Add the gluten-free flour, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and baking powder. Mix until well combined.
- Pour the banana bread batter into the prepared tray, spreading evenly with a spoon.
- Bake for 15 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the base to cool completely.
- For the caramel layer, combine the peanut butter, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Stir until smooth. Pour over the cooled banana bread base and spread evenly.
- Melt the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds. Mix in the peanut butter until smooth. Pour over the caramel layer, spreading evenly.
- Refrigerate the tray for at least one hour to set the chocolate.
- Once set, cut into bars and serve chilled.
Indulge in these heavenly Banana Bread Twix Bars, a perfect blend of nostalgia and innovation that’s sure to delight everyone who tries them!
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