This vegan snickers recipe is THE BOMB – rich and decadent with a creamy layer of homemade date caramel, nutty base, and crunchy peanuts! These healthy snack bars taste just like the ‘real thing’! They’re also super easy and fun to make. Gluten-free option included. No added refined sugar and no added oil.
Ingredients for 12 servings
Cookie Layer
1/2 cup (129 g) smooth peanut butter Or use almond butter or cashew butter for peanutfree
1/3 cup (80 ml) maple syrup
2 tbsp (30 ml) non-dairy milk such as almond soy, oat or coconut milk
3/4 cup (90 g) of flour ,I use all-purpose. Use gf flour blend of choice or oat flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/3 tsp (1/3 ) salt adjust based on peanut butter is already salted or not
Caramel Layer:
1 (147 g) heaping cup of soft dates
2 tbsp (30 g) of peanut butter or almond butter
1/8 tsp (1/8 ) Salt
1/3 cup (80 ml) nondairy milk
1 tbsp of shredded coconut optional
Topping
3 to 4 tbsp roasted peanuts
1/4 cup (45 g) vegan chocolate chips