Vegan Peanut Caramel Bars
VEGAN HEALTHY TWIX/SNICKER BAR
These are a sort of hybrid between the old classics Snickers bar and a Twix. BUT, ofcourse with a little Grow the Grin spin and making them a littler healthier, vegan, gluten-free.
The peanut caramel is so decadent and the @hempfoodsaustralia Natural Protein adds the most delicious natural flavouring and texture, with none of the weird artificial sweet taste. However, if you don’t have protein powder just omit and add more almond meal or even coconut flour.
Honestly, these disappeared from my fridge within 2 days - they are so so delicious and keep you coming back for more. And, don’t they just look so beautiful - I’m a little obsessed ok haha.
There is a video for you to follow along also, just click here.
INGREDIENTS
Base;
1 cup almond meal
1 cup Natural Flavour Protein powder** or more Almond meal or Coconut flour
1/2 cup almond butter
1/4 cup plant based milk
2 tbsp maple syrup
Caramel;
3/4 cup smooth peanut butter
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup coconut oil
1 tsp vanilla extract
200g dark chocolate
1 tbsp coconut oil
** If you use a flavoured protein powder it will change the taste of your bars. I use this unflavoured one.
DIRECTIONS
Combine the dry ingredients into a bowl and mix well. Add in almond butter, maple syrup, milk and mix well to combine.
Line a brownie pan with parchment paper for easy removal. Spread the base into a pan and flatten out into an even layer with a spatula, back of spoon or with your hands. Place in the freezer whilst making the caramel.
For the caramel; Add all ingredients into a small pot and place on medium-low heat. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring continuously. Once with starts to bubble, take off heat and allow to cool to room temp.
Pour over the base into an even layer. Place back into the freezer for 30-60 minutes or until the caramel has fully set and is hard to touch.
Melt the chocolate and coconut oil in the microwave or double burner method. Take the bard out of the freezer, remove from pan and slice into desired rectangles or squares. Dip into melted chocolate and place on parchment paper (I like the place my parchment paper over my cool rack) place back into freezer or fridge to allow the chocolate to set. You can go in for a second dip of chocolate if you wish.
Sprinkle sea salt flakes over top.
Store in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 5-7 days or in the freezer for 6 months.