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No-bake 'healthy' twix bars  

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Just in time for the festive season! Our very own PT Martina Cullinane is studying her Masters in Nutrition and has refined a special recipe to create a healthier everyday lunch box treat. Let us know if you give them a go! 


Makes 16 bars | Prep 15 minutes | Set time about 80 minutes 

Base 

  • 220 g almond flour 
  • 45 ml coconut oil, melted 
  • 40 ml maple syrup 
  • 5 ml vanilla essence 
  • Peanut butter caramel 
  • 130 g smooth peanut butter 
  • 60 ml maple syrup 
  • 30 ml coconut oil, melted 
  • 5 ml vanilla essence 
  • Chocolate topping 
  • 150 g Whittaker's Dark Ghana chocolate 
  • 10 ml coconut oil 

 

Method 

  1. Line a 20 cm square tin with baking paper. 
  2. Mix the almond flour, coconut oil, maple syrup and vanilla into a dough that holds together when squeezed. Press it firmly and evenly into the tin. 
  3. Freeze for 20 minutes until firm. 
  4. Whisk the peanut butter, maple syrup, coconut oil and vanilla until smooth and glossy. Spread over the base. 
  5. Freeze for 30 minutes until the caramel is firm to the touch. 
  6. Melt the chocolate with the coconut oil in 20-second bursts in the microwave, stirring between each. 
  7. Pour the chocolate over the caramel, spread it evenly, and refrigerate for 30 minutes until set. 
  8. Run a sharp knife under hot water, dry it, and cut into 16 bars. 

 

Tips 

  • There is approx 235 kcal and 5 g protein per bar. Cut into 20 smaller bars for around 190 kcal each. 
  • Store in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze for up to 3 months. 
  • Let them sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before eating so the chocolate doesn't crack.