If you ever find yourself missing your favorite candy type, know that you can recreate any flavor or texture at home with accessible plant-based ingredients! These vegan brown butter caramel “Twix” bars will definitely satisfy your candy cravings, while still being on the healthier side. And did we mention they are incidentally gluten-free?
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour 112g
- 3-4 tbsp coconut flour 21-28g
- ¼ cup + 1 tbsp coconut butter 75g
- ¼ cup maple syrup 70g
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup soft dates 165g
- ¼ cup + 1 tsp browned coconut butter 65g
- ¼ cup coconut cream OR plant-based milk 60g
- 1 tsp vanilla
- ⅛ tsp salt
- 1 bar of dark chocolate
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F/165°C.
- Mix the melted coconut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla together until combined. Then add in the almond flour and 3 tbsp of coconut flour. As your mixing, it feels "too wet", add in one more tbsp of coconut flour.
- Press into a lined 6x6 inch baking pan and bake for 12-15 mins, or until the edges are lightly browned. Once out of the oven, allow it to cool for at least 10 minutes.
- For the caramel, add the dates, melted browned coconut butter, coconut cream, vanilla, and salt into a blender and blend until smooth. Scrape down the sides if needed.
- Pour the caramel over the biscuit and spread evenly using the back of a spatula. Place into the freezer for at least 1 hour.
- Once out of the freezer, slice into 12 bars. Place them back into the freezer to firm up for 10 minutes.
- In the meantime, melt down your chocolate coating. Line a tray with parchment paper.
- Take the bars out of the freezer. Dip each bar into the chocolate coating using a fork and place onto the lined baking tray. The chocolate will harden quickly if your bars are still cold.
- You can enjoy them right away or store them in an airtight container for up to 1 week in the fridge.
Notes
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