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Healthy Homemade Snickers Bars

Cultural Context

Originating in the United States, Snickers Bars have long been a beloved candy bar, combining chocolate, nougat, caramel, and nuts. This healthier homemade version captures the essence of the classic treat while using wholesome ingredients. Perfect for satisfying sweet cravings, these bars are a guilt-free indulgence enjoyed by many, especially those seeking healthier snack alternatives.

AmericanUSdessert
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
100 g butter
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup evaporated milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup peanut butter
200 g marshmallows
300 g caramel chews
1/3 cup evaporated milk
1 1/4 cups peanuts
chocolate for dipping

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Almond butter is lower in calories and provides a different flavor profile.

dark chocolate

🥗Healthier: cacao nibs

💰Cheaper: milk chocolate

Cacao nibs are lower in sugar and higher in antioxidants.

maple syrup

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey is a natural sweetener with a similar texture.

coconut oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is versatile.

1

Get a saucepan and put in 100 g of butter.

2

Turn the heat on low to low medium.

3

Add 1 cup of sugar and 1/4 cup of evaporated milk to the pan.

4

Mix until the sugar has dissolved and the butter has melted.

5

Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 1/2 cup of peanut butter, stirring until incorporated.

6

Add 200 g of marshmallows and mix until melted.

7

Grease a Twinkie mold or chocolate bar mold, or use a baking dish.

8

Pour the mixture into the mold to your desired height and refrigerate for about 20 minutes until set.

9

In a medium-sized saucepan, add 300 g of caramel chews and 1/3 cup of evaporated milk over low to low medium heat.

10

Wait until the caramel is completely melted.

11

Crush some peanuts and leave some whole, aiming for about 1 1/4 cups total.

12

Once the first layer is set, pour the melted caramel over the top and spread it out.

13

Refrigerate again until set.

14

Melt chocolate for dipping the Snickers bars.

15

Once set, dip the Snickers bars in chocolate and let it drain off.

16

Put the dipped bars in the fridge to set.

Cooking Techniques

blendingpressingmeltingrefrigerating

Equipment Needed

saucepanTwinkie moldbaking dish

Spice Level:

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Allergens

peanuts

Also Known As

Snickers BarsNutty Chocolate Bars

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