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Healthy Homemade Butterfingers Recipe

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  • Author: Sophia
  • Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
  • Yield: 12 bars
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

These Healthy Homemade Butterfingers are a delightful and nutritious twist on the classic candy bar. Made with natural peanut butter, crunchy corn flakes, and sweetened with maple syrup or honey, these bars are coated in rich melted chocolate for an irresistible treat. Perfect for a guilt-free snack or dessert, they are easy to make and require no baking.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 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 the Corn Flakes: Place the 2 cups of corn flakes into a large zip-top bag, seal tightly, and crush the cereal into small pieces using your hands or a rolling pin, making sure they are broken down but still have some crunch.
  2. Mix Peanut Butter and Sweetener: In a large bowl, combine 1 cup of peanut butter with 1/3 cup of maple syrup or honey. Stir well until the mixture is smooth and fully combined, creating a sticky base for the bars.
  3. Combine Crushed Corn Flakes: Add the crushed corn flakes to the peanut butter mixture and mix thoroughly until each flake is coated evenly and the mixture forms a cohesive batter.
  4. Shape the Bars: Line a loaf pan with parchment paper and transfer the mixture into the pan. Press down firmly and evenly to create a flat layer. Place the pan in the freezer and allow it to harden for at least 1 hour, ensuring the bars hold their shape.
  5. Cut into Bars: Remove the loaf pan from the freezer, carefully lift the hardened corn flake mixture out using the parchment paper, and place it on a cutting board. Cut into 12 equal bars using a sharp knife.
  6. Melt Chocolate Coating: In a microwave-safe bowl or using a double boiler, melt together 1 cup of chocolate chips and 2 teaspoons of coconut oil. Whisk the mixture until smooth and glossy.
  7. Coat the Bars: Dip each bar individually into the melted chocolate to coat completely. Allow excess chocolate to drip off, then place the coated bars on a parchment-lined plate. Repeat for all bars.
  8. Set the Chocolate: Place the chocolate-coated butterfingers in the freezer for about 10 minutes or until the chocolate hardens.
  9. Enjoy or Store: Once set, enjoy these healthy butterfingers immediately or store them in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Notes

  • For a nut-free alternative, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter.
  • Use dark chocolate chips to reduce sugar content.
  • Ensure bars are well chilled before dipping to prevent melting during coating.
  • Store leftovers in the freezer to maintain freshness and texture.
  • You can add a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor if desired.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://sophiasrecipe.com/healthy-homemade-butterfingers-recipe/