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Healthy Homemade Butterfingers Recipe

Healthy Homemade Butterfingers Recipe
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This Healthy Homemade Butterfingers recipe offers a delicious and nutritious twist on the classic candy bar. Made with natural peanut butter, maple syrup or honey, crunchy corn flakes, and coated in rich chocolate, these bars are a perfect guilt-free treat that’s easy to prepare and freezer-friendly.

Ingredients

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Base Mixture

  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
  • 2 cups corn flakes

Chocolate Coating

  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 2 teaspoons coconut oil

Instructions

  1. Crush Corn Flakes: Add the corn flakes to a large zip-top bag, seal it tightly, and crush the cereal into small pieces using a rolling pin or your hands, ensuring an even but coarse texture.
  2. Prepare Base Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter and maple syrup (or honey) until smooth and well blended. Add the crushed corn flakes and stir thoroughly, making sure every flake is coated and combined with the peanut butter mixture.
  3. Form Bars: Line a loaf pan with parchment paper, then transfer the mixture to the pan. Press it down firmly and evenly to create a compact layer. Place the pan in the freezer and chill for at least 1 hour so the bars can harden properly.
  4. Cut Bars: Once firm, remove the pan from the freezer and carefully lift the solidified mixture out using the parchment paper. Place it on a cutting board and cut into 12 evenly sized bars or rectangles.
  5. Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl or over a double boiler, melt the chocolate chips with the coconut oil, whisking until smooth and glossy. This will create a silky coating for the bars.
  6. Coat Bars: Dip each bar individually into the melted chocolate, ensuring a full and even coating. Use a fork or dipping tool to lift the bars out, letting excess chocolate drip off. Place each coated bar on a parchment-lined plate.
  7. Set Chocolate: Transfer the coated bars back to the freezer for about 10 minutes or until the chocolate hardens completely.
  8. Store and Serve: Enjoy the butterfingers immediately or store them in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months to maintain freshness and texture.

Notes

  • You can substitute peanut butter with almond or cashew butter for variety.
  • Use pure maple syrup or raw honey for natural sweetness and flavor.
  • For a vegan version, ensure the chocolate chips are dairy-free and use maple syrup instead of honey.
  • Keep the bars frozen for best texture and longevity.
  • If crushed corn flakes are too fine, adjust crushing to maintain some crunch.
  • Adding a pinch of sea salt to the base mixture can enhance the flavor profile.

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Keywords: Healthy Butterfingers, Homemade Candy Bars, No-Bake Snacks, Peanut Butter Snacks, Gluten Free Treats, Easy Dessert Recipes

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