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Homemade Twix bars arranged with two of them sliced in half to see the filling.

Homemade Twix Bars (Vegan + Gluten-Free)

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  • Author: Elaine Gordon
  • Total Time: 8 hours, 30 minutes (includes overnight freeze time)
  • Yield: 20 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

These homemade Twix bars are a healthier take on the nostalgic candy we all know and love. They feature three irresistible layers: a crisp shortbread cookie, creamy almond butter caramel and a rich chocolate coating. All of these are made with simple, wholesome ingredients and result in a treat just as decadent as the original!

Ingredients

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Shortbread Layer:

  • 1.5 cups blanched almond flour
  • 3/4 cup arrowroot flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup softened coconut oil (not melted) [or sub vegan butter*]
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Caramel Layer:

  • 3/4 cup almond butter
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Chocolate Layer:

Instructions

  1. Prepare the shortbread layer.
    1. Preheat oven to 350˚F and line an 9x9-inch pan with parchment paper in both directions.
    2. Mix all ingredients together in a mixing bowl until combined.
    3. Transfer to the prepared pan and press into an even layer. Use another sheet of parchment and the bottom of a glass to flatten evenly.
    4. Bake for 15 minutes until golden around the edges.
    5. Allow to cool completely to room temperature (you can chill in the freezer to speed this up).
  2. Prepare the caramel layer.
    1. Whisk ingredients together until smooth and creamy.
    2. Spread over the cooled shortbread layer evenly. 
    3. Freeze for 8 hours or overnight until solid.
  3. Coat them in chocolate.
    1. Slice the frozen bars into 20 rectangles (about 3/4-inch wide).
    2. Melt chocolate in the microwave for 1.5-2 minutes (or use a double boiler), stirring frequently and stopping before fully melted.
    3. Let the melted chocolate cool for 10-15 minutes.
    4. Dip each bar into the chocolate using two forks, rolling to coat fully. Let the excess drip off.
    5. Place the dipped bars on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze until the chocolate sets.
    6. Optional: Drizzle extra chocolate on top before freezing.
  4. Enjoy straight from the freezer!

Notes

When dipping in chocolate, make sure to work quickly as the bars will be quick to melt if left out of the freezer.

* For best results, I recommend using coconut oil as opposed to vegan butter.

  • Prep Time: 30
  • Category: Dessert

Find it online: https://www.eatingbyelaine.com/homemade-twix-bars/