Enjoy the classic flavor of Twix bars with a healthy twist. These Homemade Twix Candy Bars are gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, and refined sugar-free. Featuring a delicious shortbread crust, a creamy caramel layer, and a rich chocolate coating, these bars are both indulgent and nutritious. Perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings without compromising on your dietary preferences.
Why You'll Love This: These Twix bars combine the rich flavors and textures you love in a classic candy bar with wholesome, natural ingredients. The almond flour shortbread crust is perfectly buttery and crumbly, the cashew caramel layer is smooth and sweet, and the chocolate coating provides the perfect finish. Easy to make and store, these bars are a fantastic treat for any occasion.
Perfect Occasion: These bars are great for satisfying sweet cravings, serving at parties, or as a homemade gift for friends and family. They make an excellent dessert for gatherings and are perfect for those following gluten-free, dairy-free, or paleo diets.
Decoration Tips: For an extra touch, sprinkle sea salt over the chocolate-coated bars before they set. You can also drizzle with additional melted chocolate for a decorative finish. Serving these bars in individual paper wrappers can make them look even more appealing.
Ingredients:
For the Shortbread Crust:
- 1 cup almond flour
- 3 tbsp honey or pure maple syrup
- 1/4 tsp salt
For the Caramel Layer:
- 1/3 cup cashew butter (or other preferred nut/seed butter)
- 3 tbsp raw honey or pure maple syrup
- 1/4 tsp salt (if using unsalted nut/seed butter)
For the Chocolate Coating:
- 6 oz dark or semi-sweet chocolate (dairy-free and refined sugar-free)
- 2 tsp coconut oil (to thin the chocolate)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Shortbread Crust:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together the almond flour, honey or maple syrup, and salt until a sticky dough forms. Adjust the consistency by adding more sweetener if too dry, or more almond flour if too wet.
- Line an 8x5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper. Press the dough into the bottom of the pan, smoothing it out with another piece of parchment paper to cover the entire bottom evenly.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes, until golden brown. Set aside to cool.
- Prepare the Caramel Layer:
- In a bowl, mix together the cashew butter, honey or maple syrup, and salt. Optionally, heat the caramel mixture in the microwave or on the stovetop until it begins to bubble, then remove from the heat.
- Assemble the Bars:
- Once the crust has cooled, spread the caramel evenly over the shortbread layer.
- Place the pan in the freezer for several hours until the caramel hardens.
- Cut and Coat the Bars:
- Remove the hardened dessert from the freezer and place it on a cutting board. Slice into 6-8 bars.
- Melt the chocolate and coconut oil together in a microwave-safe bowl or using the double boiler method until smooth.
- Dip each bar into the melted chocolate, ensuring they are fully coated, and place them on a tray lined with parchment paper. Optionally, sprinkle sea salt over the top.
- Set the Chocolate:
- Refrigerate the bars until the chocolate hardens.
- Store and Enjoy:
- Store the bars in the fridge for up to a week or in the freezer for several months. Enjoy these delicious homemade Twix bars!
These homemade Twix candy bars are a delightful and healthier alternative to the classic treat, perfect for any occasion and easy to make with simple, wholesome ingredients. Enjoy the rich flavors and satisfying textures of these bars anytime you need a sweet indulgence!