Vegan Snickers Bars are a delightful, guilt-free treat that perfectly combines the rich flavors of chocolate, caramel, and peanuts. These homemade bars are not only easy to make but are also packed with wholesome ingredients. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while adhering to a plant-based diet, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike. Read on to discover how to make these delicious Vegan Snickers Bars!
Ingredients
- 1 cup medjool dates (soaked in hot water) – 150 g
- 3 tbsp peanut butter – 45 g
- 1 tsp vanilla extract – 5 ml
- 1.5 cups almond flour – 150 g
- 1.5 tbsp date caramel – 22 g
- 4 tbsp peanut butter – 60 g
- 1/2 cup roasted peanuts – 75 g
- 1.5 cups dark chocolate chips – 225 g
- 2-3 tsp coconut oil – 10-15 ml
Directions
- To start, remove the pit from the dates and soak them in hot water for 10 minutes, ensuring the water is not quite boiling but almost there. The goal is to have super soft dates that can easily be blended.
- While the dates are soaking, prepare a loaf pan by lining it with parchment paper.
- After 10 minutes, drain the water from the dates and add the soaked dates to your food processor along with the peanut butter and vanilla extract. Blend for about 3-5 minutes, stopping to scrape down the sides a few times. You will notice a paste-like, caramel texture start to form.
- Remove the date caramel from the food processor and set it aside.
- Next, add in the almond flour, 1.5 tbsp of the date caramel, and additional peanut butter to the processor. Blend again for a few minutes until a crumbly, crust-like dough forms. It should hold its shape when pressed. If it doesn’t, keep blending.
- Add the crust to the prepared loaf pan, then use a spatula to press it down firmly until it molds to the pan with no gaps at the edges.
- Pour the remaining date caramel over the crust and spread it evenly.
- Top with roasted peanuts, pressing them slightly into the date caramel so that they cover it well with minimal gaps.
- Place the loaf pan in the freezer and allow it to harden for about 60-90 minutes, or leave it overnight for best results.
- After hardening, melt the chocolate in the microwave or over a double boiler with a small amount of coconut oil until creamy and smooth. If using the microwave, melt in 30-second increments, stirring in between until almost melted.
- Remove the loaf pan from the freezer and pull out the snickers block using the parchment paper. Place it on a cutting board and cut it into equal-sized bars.
- Working quickly, dip and coat each snickers bar in the melted chocolate, then place it back on the prepared cutting board lined with parchment paper to avoid sticking.
- Return the coated snickers bars to the freezer for 10-15 minutes to fully harden. Enjoy!
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 10 bars
Nutrition Info: Per bar – Calories: 180, Protein: 4g, Carbs: 22g, Fat: 9g
How to serve
Vegan Snickers Bars are perfect as a sweet snack or dessert. You can serve them chilled or at room temperature, paired with a cup of herbal tea or non-dairy milk. For a fun twist, drizzle additional melted chocolate over the top or sprinkle with sea salt before serving. These bars also make an excellent addition to a vegan dessert platter or as a packed treat for outdoor adventures!
FAQs
Can I use another type of nut butter?
Yes! Almond butter, cashew butter, or any other nut butter can be swapped in for peanut butter if preferred.
How should I store Vegan Snickers Bars?
Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, or in the freezer for longer freshness.
Can I make these bars nut-free?
You can substitute almond flour with oat flour and use sunflower seed butter instead of peanut butter to create a nut-free version of Vegan Snickers Bars.