Protein Twix Bars

Indulge in these homemade Protein Twix Bars that are vegan, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free. They feature a nutty shortbread base, a gooey caramel layer, and a rich chocolate coating, with an optional protein drizzle for an extra boost. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while staying mindful of your dietary preferences.

Ingredients:

• For the Shortbread Base:
• 1 cup almond flour
• 2 tablespoons coconut flour
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
• For the Caramel Layer:
• 1 cup dates, soaked in hot water for 15 minutes and drained
• 2 tablespoons almond butter
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt
• For the Chocolate Coating:
• 1/2 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• For the Protein Drizzle optional:
• 1/4 cup vegan vanilla protein powder
• 2 tablespoons almond milk

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 350F 175C

Line a square baking dish with parchment paper

In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, maple syrup, and melted coconut oil

Mix until a dough forms

Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish

Bake for 10-12 minutes, until lightly golden

Let it cool completely

In a food processor, blend soaked dates, almond butter, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and creamy

Spread the caramel mixture evenly over the cooled shortbread base

Place in the freezer to set for about 30 minutes

Once the caramel layer is set, melt dairy-free chocolate chips with coconut oil in a microwave or double boiler

Pour the melted chocolate over the caramel layer, spreading it out evenly

Return to the freezer to set for another 30 minutes

Optional: In a small bowl, mix vegan vanilla protein powder with almond milk until smooth

Drizzle over the set chocolate layer

Once fully set, remove from the freezer and cut into bars

Store in the refrigerator

Enjoy these protein-packed vegan Twix bars