Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors with our irresistible Peanut Butter Twix Bars recipe. These delectable treats combine the classic flavors of Twix bars with a luscious peanut butter twist. Our easy-to-follow recipe yields 12 generous bars, perfect for sharing with friends and family or enjoying as a special treat. With a rich peanut butter filling sandwiched between layers of buttery shortbread and decadent chocolate, these bars are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth and leave you craving more. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to a world of pure bliss. In addition to the classic Peanut Butter Twix Bars, our article also features a collection of equally tempting variations, including a gluten-free version for those with dietary restrictions. For those who love a touch of extra indulgence, we offer a recipe for Twix Bites, miniature versions of the classic bars that are perfect for parties or quick snacks. And to satisfy your sweet and salty cravings, our Salted Twix Bars add a delightful touch of sea salt that perfectly balances the sweetness of the treat. Dive into the world of Peanut Butter Twix Bars and explore the endless possibilities of this iconic dessert.
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HEALTHY PEANUT BUTTER TWIX BARS (VEGAN & GLUTEN FREE)
Incredible, healthy peanut butter twix bars made with better-for-you ingredients like all natural peanut butter, almond flour, pure maple syrup, and chocolate. They're perfectly sweet with three delicious layers for a homemade take on your favorite candy bar!
Provided by Monique of AmbitiousKitchen.com
Categories Dairy Free Dessert Gluten Free Grain Free Vegan
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line an 8x8 inch square pan with parchment paper. It's important to use an 8x8 inch as a 9x9 inch pan may be too big.
- In a medium bowl add the almond flour, coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla extract and salt. Mix together with a fork until it forms a nice thick crumb texture. Add to pan and use your fingers to evenly press down into the pan. Bake for 10 minutes. Allow crust to cool for 10 minutes before adding caramel.
- Next make the peanut butter caramel layer: Add the peanut butter, maple syrup, coconut oil, vanilla extract and sea salt to a medium pot and place over medium-low heat for approximately 2 minutes until caramel starts to slightly bubble, stirring frequently. Pour over slightly cooled crust.
- Place in fridge for at least 30 minutes-1 hour to completely harden the peanut butter. It shouldn't take longer than this, but if you are impatient, just place in freezer for 15-20 minutes, this should speed up the process.
- After 30 minutes or so, make the chocolate layer: Add chocolate chips and coconut oil to a microwave safe bowl and microwave on high in 30 second increments, stirring in between until chocolate is completely melted. If you prefer, you can also melt the chocolate and coconut oil in small saucepan over low heat.
- Pour over the caramel layer and tilt pan side-to-side to evenly distribute the melted chocolate. Place in fridge for at least 20 minutes until chocolate is completely hardened and bars are cooled.
- Remove bars from pan and cut into 16 bars (that resemble twix bars). To do this, cut entire pan of bars in half, and then cut each half into 8 (1-inch) bars (not squares!), so you'll end up with 16 bars. Enjoy! Bars should be kept covered in the fridge until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 bar, Calories 255 kcal, Carbohydrate 16.9 g, Protein 4.9 g, Fat 20.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Sugar 12.9 g
PEANUT BUTTER (TWIX) BARS
This recipe serves well in small portions equal to a piece of candy. Holiday favorite while resembling a Twix brand candy bar. The taste and slight chewiness highlighted with the peanut butter buttery overtones are delicious. You can use any brand but having fallen in love with the batch I made the brands were included. If Twix...
Provided by Linda McCormick
Categories Candies
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 350F. Line 9x13 glass dish with aluminum foil and grease with butter. (Used my Pyrex dish which also has a plastic sealing lid ideal for later storage.)
- 2. Cream together butter, peanut butter, brown and granulated sugars in mixer bowl for approx. 2-3 minutes. Then add egg, vanilla, and milk.
- 3. Combine flour, salt, and baking soda and slowly adding these dry ingredients mixing until just combined.
- 4. Spoon the cookie base into the prepared pan taking a spatula and lightly spreading evenly. Bake 18-25 minutes until an even golden brown.
- 5. Completely cool the cookie base. After cooled a crust surrounding the cookies will appear. If not over baked this crust will not alter these candy bar squares.
- 6. TOPPING: After the peanut butter base is completely cool begin making the topping.
- 7. Using my all clad stainless steel cookware placed a pan with the lowest heat setting: combining the milk chocolate/chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and the vanilla. Using my heat proof spatula to continuously stir until everything was melted together. It is not necessarily going to be boiling hot - but keep stirring assuring completely combined approx. 3-5 minutes.
- 8. Once smooth remove from heat and spread evenly over the cooled base crust. Allow to completely cool Place sealed lid on top and refrigerate for another few hours until the topping is solid and not able to slide or move.
- 9. Remove from the refrigerator and slice into 2 inch strips for small 2 inch square bars. These then should almost seem like eating a caramel type chocolate layer (slightly chewy with a moist cookie bottom). A healthier version of candy (Twix type) created with your own wholesome ingredients. Keep stored in sealed container in refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Tips:
- Use high-quality peanut butter for the best flavor. Creamy peanut butter is the traditional choice, but you can also use crunchy peanut butter for a more textured bar.
- Chill the peanut butter mixture before shaping it into bars. This will help it to set more quickly and make it easier to cut.
- If you don't have a candy thermometer, you can use the cold water test to check if the sugar syrup is ready. To do this, drop a small amount of the syrup into a bowl of cold water. If it forms a soft ball, the syrup is ready.
- Be careful not to overcook the sugar syrup. If it gets too hot, it will become brittle and difficult to work with.
- If you don't have a baking sheet, you can use a jelly roll pan or a large baking dish.
- Store the Twix bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
These peanut butter Twix bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They're made with a creamy peanut butter filling, a rich chocolate coating, and a crispy cookie base. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a candy bar that tastes just like the store-bought version. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give these peanut butter Twix bars a try. You won't be disappointed!
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