Healthy Twix bars made with almond flour, homemade date caramel, and dark chocolate. An easy homemade treat for your sweet tooth!
This is honestly one of the most unreal things I’ve ever made, and it tasted so amazing that I just couldn’t gatekeep this recipe from you guys!
As someone who absolutely loves a sweet treat in the evening with my peppermint tea, I’m constantly on the hunt for new healthy, homemade sweet treats that satisfy my sweet tooth without compromising on my health. So, when I discovered the idea of making healthy Twix bars with dates and almond flour, I knew I had to give them a go!
Not only were these homemade healthy Twix bars incredibly easy to make, but they also tasted absolutely insane! So good that I literally questioned myself and thought, “Am I sure these are healthy?” And the answer is yes! Of course, everything is about balance and enjoying treats in moderation, but these bars are made with wholesome ingredients, including the tastiest date caramel in the middle.
I was honestly obsessed with how good the date caramel tasted, and don’t even get me started on the almond flour base! I kept eating it on its own because it was just THAT good.
The combination of the buttery almond flour base, sweet date caramel and chocolate topping makes these healthy Twix bars with date caramel such a delicious homemade treat.
If you’ve been looking for an easy healthy Twix bars recipe made with wholesome ingredients, including dates and almond flour, this is the one for you! They’re the perfect little evening treat when you’re craving something sweet.
I hope you love this healthy Twix bars recipe as much as we did! Your feedback means so much to me, so please do let me know what you think by leaving a comment and rating below. And if you decide to share your recreations on Instagram, don’t forget to tag me @lotsoflovemariam – I would absolutely love to see them!
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Healthy Twix Bars Recipe
Ingredients Needed
For the base
- Almond flour/Ground almond
- Coconut oil, melted/softened
- Maple syrup
- Salt
For the date caramel
- Medjool dates
- 100% smooth peanut butter (or any nut butter of your choice)
- Maple syrup
- Vanilla extract
- Salt
For the chocolate topping
- Dark chocolate (or milk chocolate)
- Coconut oil
How To Make These Healthy Twix Bars With Date Caramel
- Preheat your oven to 180°C and line a loaf tin with non stick baking paper.
- In a bowl, mix the almond flour, melted/softened coconut oil, maple syrup and a pinch of salt until well combined. Pour the mixture into the loaf tin and spread evenly, and bake for 10–12 minutes, until lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool. Don’t worry if the base still feels soft when you take it out! It will firm up as it cools and become lovely and firm once frozen. Trust the process!
- Soak the Medjool dates in hot water for 15 minutes, then drain. Add them to a blender with the peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Spread the date caramel evenly over the cooled almond flour base and place in the freezer for 30–60 minutes to firm up.
- Melt the dark chocolate with the coconut oil until smooth, then spread evenly over the caramel layer.
- Return to the freezer or fridge until the chocolate has fully set. Slice gently into bars and enjoy!
Tips To Make Perfect Healthy Twix Bars
- Let the base cool before adding the caramel. The base will be slightly soft and seem ‘uncooked’; as it cools, it will harden, and this way, when you add the date caramel, it will be easier to spread
- Soak the Medjool dates first to help them blend easily into a smooth caramel.
- If your date caramel is too thick, add a tiny splash of water to help it blend.
- Freeze the bars until firm before slicing for cleaner cuts.
Optional Substitutes/Variations
I recommend you stick to this recipe as closely as possible so it comes out tasting as good as it did for me. But if you need to make some adjustments, here are some I recommend:
- Swap peanut butter for almond or cashew butter. Peanut butter does have a stronger taste, so it does make these Twix bars taste amazing!
- I used 70% dark chocolate, so you can use any percentage you like or swap for milk chocolate, which also comes out amazing! This is more about preference.
- Adjust the amount of maple syrup to your preferred sweetness – I do not recommend adding more than what is listed in the ingredients.
How To Store
When you slice your healthy Twix into bars, pop them in an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to a week. This will ensure they maintain their firmness and freshness!
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Healthy Twix Bars
Ingredients
For the base
- 1 ½ cups almond flour/ground almond
- ⅓ cup + 1 tbsp coconut oil melted
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- A pinch of salt
For the date caramel
- 1 cup Medjool dates
- 2 big tbsp peanut butter or any nut butter of your choice
- 2 tbsp maple syrup you can use 1 tbsp if you prefer it less sweet
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
For the chocolate topping
- 150 g dark chocolate or milk chocolate
- 1 tsp coconut oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C and line a loaf tin with non stick baking paper.
- In a bowl, mix the almond flour, melted/softened coconut oil, maple syrup and a pinch of salt until well combined. Pour the mixture in the loaf tin and spread evenly, and bake for 10–12 minutes, until lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly. Don’t worry if the base still feels soft when you take it out! It will firm up as it cools and become lovely and firm once frozen. Trust the process!
- Soak the Medjool dates in hot water for 15 minutes, then drain. Add them to a blender with the peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Spread the date caramel evenly over the cooled almond flour base (you may need to use your fingers to help spread it) and place in the freezer for 30–60 minutes to firm up.
- Melt the dark chocolate with the coconut oil until smooth, then spread evenly over the caramel layer.
- Return to the freezer or fridge until the chocolate has fully set. Slice gently into bars and enjoy!
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