Healthy Homemade Butterfingers Recipe
This Healthy Homemade Butterfingers recipe offers a delicious and wholesome twist on the classic candy bar, combining crunchy corn flakes, creamy peanut butter, and a smooth chocolate coating. Naturally sweetened with maple syrup or honey, these bars are easy to prepare and perfect for a guilt-free treat or snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
- 2 cups corn flakes
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 2 teaspoons coconut oil
Instructions
- Crush the Corn Flakes: Add the corn flakes to a large zip-top bag, seal it securely, and crush the cereal into small, bite-sized pieces using your hands or a rolling pin.
- Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the peanut butter and maple syrup or honey until smooth. Then, add the crushed corn flakes and stir thoroughly to ensure the mixture is evenly combined.
- Form the Bars: Line a loaf pan with parchment paper, transfer the mixture into the pan, and press down firmly to create an even, compact layer. Place the pan in the freezer and let it harden for at least one hour.
- Cut into Bars: Remove the hardened mixture from the pan by lifting the parchment paper. Place it on a cutting board and cut into 12 equal-sized bars.
- Melt and Coat with Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl or over a double boiler, melt the chocolate chips together with the coconut oil, whisking to combine until smooth. Dip each bar into the melted chocolate to fully coat, then place them on a parchment-lined plate to set.
- Chill and Serve: Transfer the chocolate-coated bars back to the freezer for about 10 minutes or until the chocolate hardens. Enjoy immediately or store them in an airtight container in the freezer for up to three months.
Notes
- You can substitute peanut butter with any other nut or seed butter if preferred.
- Use pure maple syrup or raw honey for natural sweetness; adjust quantity to taste.
- Ensure the chocolate is not overheated while melting to prevent burning.
- Store the butterfingers in the freezer for the best texture and freshness.
- For a nut-free version, consider using sunflower seed butter and check that corn flakes are nut-free.
Keywords: Healthy Butterfingers, Homemade Snack Bars, Peanut Butter Bars, No Bake Candy, Gluten Free Snack, Natural Sweetener
