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Healthy Butterfingers

Deliciously Guilt-Free Healthy Butterfingers You’ll Love

Enjoy Healthy Butterfingers, a delicious twist on a classic treat that's vegan, nut-free, and high in iron!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Freezing Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bars
  • 1/2 cup Pure Maple Syrup Can substitute with honey or agave
  • 1 tablespoon Regular or Blackstrap Molasses Can be omitted if increasing agave to 1/3 cup
  • 1/4 cup Unrefined Sugar Feel free to swap in additional maple syrup if desired
  • 1 cup Peanut Butter Almond butter or sunbutter can be used for allergies
  • 2 cups Bran Flakes or Corn Flakes Consider gluten-free options if needed
  • 1 pinch Salt Adjust if using unsalted peanut butter
For the Chocolate Coating (Optional)
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips Or use coconut oil with cocoa powder

Equipment

  • Small Saucepan
  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • Spatula
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Healthy Butterfingers
  1. Combine sweeteners: In a small saucepan, add maple syrup, molasses, and unrefined sugar. Bring to a gentle boil while stirring for 1 minute until sugars dissolve.
  2. Mix in peanut butter: Remove from heat and stir in peanut butter and salt until smooth and creamy.
  3. Incorporate cereal: Add bran flakes or corn flakes to the mixture, stirring gently until coated.
  4. Shape the mixture: Pour into a greased 8x8-inch baking pan and press down firmly.
  5. Freeze to set: Place in the freezer for about 30 minutes until hardened.
  6. Cut into bars: Once hardened, cut into evenly sized bars while still somewhat frozen.
  7. (Optional) Add chocolate coating: Melt chocolate chips (or mix coconut oil with cocoa powder), drizzle over bars, and freeze again for 10-15 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 120mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months for maximum freshness.

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