This is a 'take you back to childhood' recipe. It's a holiday classic that will become a 'must-have' during the season. These homemade Twix Bars are dripping with chocolate, caramel, and delicious goodness that you won't want to miss. Did I mention that it's low-carb and sugar-free? Yep, all my Keto and Trim Healthy Mama friends rejoice, because this recipe is for you!
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I have been making this recipe during the holidays for years! It was originally inspired by the recipe by Trim Healthy Mama called Trim Twixters. However, over the years it has taken on a life of its own as I have modified the ingredients, doubled some parts, tripled others, and rewrote the recipe time and time again.
This year I came across a dilemma. I lost last year's notes! I've modified the recipe so many times, that I finally needed to write it down for my own benefit! As a result, you as my reader get the benefit of me taking the time to finally figure out exactly what I have created over the last five or six years of making these.
If you are familiar with the Trim Twixer from THM, you will find that this recipe makes a larger quantity, does not use Baking Blend, has more caramel, and is slightly lighter on the heavy cream and butter. I also take more liberties with adding pecans and heavier amounts of extracts! The end results are delicious!
So enjoy this recipe this holiday season or really any time of the year!
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Ingredients
The ingredients for this recipe are pretty straightforward. Especially if you already live a sugar-free or sugar-less lifestyle, you should have many of the ingredients on hand. This is a delectable recipe that is simple to make once you get the hang of it!
For Crust
- Unblanched almond flour
- Stevia blend (like Truvia or Gentle Sweet)
- Baking soda
- Butter
- Vanilla extract➡️ learn to make your own!
Please make sure to check the ingredient list on Truvia products. Not all are THM-approved or sugar-free
For Caramel Center
- Butter
- Stevia blend (like Truvia or Gentle Sweet)
- Blackstrap molasses
- Mineral salt
- Heavy cream
- Xanthan gum
- Caramel extract
- Pecans (optional)
For the Chocolate Fudge Topping
- Unsweetened chocolate baking bar
- Butter
- Stevia blend (like Truvia or Gentle Sweet)
- Heavy cream
- Mineral salt
- Vanilla extract ➡️ Learn to make your own!
See the recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
The recipe section has been divided into three easy-to-understand sections. You will first make your crust. Let it cool completely. Then make your caramel sauce and pour it onto the crust. Allow to set completely. Then finally make the fudge chocolate topping and pour it on top. Allow everything to cool completely.
1. Preheat oven to 350.
2. Add all your dry ingredients into a blender or food processor
3. Slice butter into 1 tablespoon pieces and then add to the blender or food processor.
4. Pulse, until well blended.
5. Add vanilla and mix again. The mixture should still be dry and crumbly, but
able to stick loosely together when pressed.
6. Pour into a 9x13 baking dish and press firmly into the bottom to form a crust
7. Bake at 350 for 15 minutes.
8. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.
1. In a small saucepan, add butter, sweetener and molasses. Heat until bubbly. Whisk for two minutes while bubbling.
2. Remove from heat and add salt, heavy cream, and extract. Whisk as you add the ingredients.
3. Evenly sprinkle in the xanthan gum while continuing to stir.
4. Allow to cool while whisking occasionally. It will thicken as it cools.
5. Sprinkle pecans on top.
1. In a small saucepan, melt the butter, the unsweetened chocolate, and the sweetener. Once melted remove from the heat and add the salt and vanilla.
2. Next add the heavy cream and whisk well. Continue to whisk to allow the oils to completely combine.
3. Using an immersion blender or hand-held mixer give it a good whirl every few minutes until it has cooled. Beating it as it cools will give you a creamy chocolate fudge. Pour over the crust and caramel.
4. Let everything cool before cutting the bars.
Hint:
1. Xantham gum is a must if you want your caramel center to set.
2. If you have issues with your chocolate fudge setting correctly, try placing it in the fridge and taking it out every 3 minutes to give it a whirl with the immersion blender.
Substitutions
I don't recommend doing a lot of substitutions for this recipe. It tends to be a delicate balance trying to get all the ingredients to blend properly with the no sugar and low carb aspect. However, here are a few adjustments you can make if you feel that it's necessary.
- Substitute pecans for walnuts
- Substitute glucomannan for xantham gum (you will get a pourable caramel instead of a set caramel)
- Vary your sweetener based on preference. I have used Monk Fruit, Gentle Sweet, and Truvia Complete with this recipe and all have been successful!
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring spoons
- Measuring cups
- 9x13 baking dish - I love the Pyrex ones that come with a lid for easy travel!
- Small saucepan - I love my cast iron pan!
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Storage
Although these technically can be stored on the countertop, I do not recommend that. The chocolate and caramel will stay set better when stored in the refrigerator. These tend to stay fresh for up to two weeks.
They can be frozen by placing in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
Top tip
Make sure to let each layer completely cool before pouring on the next layer. This is essentially to make the bars look beautiful!
These make great gifts for the THMer or health fanatic in your life! These white boxes with a clear top make a great box for a cookie or bar gift!
FAQ
What are the three main ingredients in a Twix?
To create a Twix bar you will need a crust, a caramel center, and a chocolate top.
Are these low-carb?
Yes. Although I would strongly recommend caution based on the type of ingredients you use. My nutritional calculator puts these at around 10 net carbs, but I believe that the calculator counted some of the sweeteners incorrectly, so I suspect it is closer to 5-8 net carbs.
What kind of crust is traditionally in a Twix bar?
Most Twix bars have a shortbread base. For these low-carb bars, I find that almond flour best replicated this taste.
Related
Looking for other recipes like this? All my recipes are low-sugar or sugar-free. They are all THM-friendly and many of them are keto-friendly! Try these:
Homemade Healthy Twix Bars
These homemade Twix Bars are dripping with chocolate, caramel, and delicious goodness that you won't want to miss. Did I mention that it's low-carb and sugar-free.
Ingredients
Crust
- 2 cups unblanched almond flour
- ⅓ cup stevia blend (like Truvia or Gentle Sweet)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 10 tablespoon butter (1 stick+ 2 tbsp)
- 2 tablespoon vanilla extract
Caramel Center
- 8 tablespoon butter (1 stick)
- ½ cup stevia blend (like Truvia or Gentle Sweet)
- 2 teaspoon blackstrap molasses
- ¾ teaspoon mineral salt
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¾ teaspoon xanthan gum
- 1 teaspoon caramel extract
- ¼ cup pecans (optional)
Chocolate Fudge Top
- 4 oz unsweetened chocolate baking bar
- 8 tablespoon butter (1 stick)
- ⅓ cup stevia blend (like Truvia or Gentle Sweet)
- ⅓ cup heavy cream
- `¼ teaspoon mineral salt
- 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
For Crust
1. Preheat oven to 350.
2. Add all your dry ingredients into a blender or food processor
3. Slice butter into 1 tablespoon pieces and then add to the blender or food processor.
4. Pulse, until well blended.
5. Add vanilla and mix again. The mixture should still be dry and crumbly, but
able to stick loosely together when pressed.
6. Pour into a 9x13 baking dish and press firmly into the bottom to form a crust
7. Bake at 350 for 15 minutes.
8. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.
For Caramel Center
1. In a small saucepan, add butter, sweetener and molasses. Heat until bubbly. Whisk for two minutes while bubbling.
2. Remove from heat and add salt, heavy cream, and extract. Whisk as you add the ingredients.
3. Evenly sprinkle in the xanthan gum while continuing to stir.
4. Allow to cool while whisking occasionally. It will thicken as it cools. Pour over the crust.
5. Sprinkle pecans over the top.
For Chocolate Fudge Topping
1. In a small saucepan, melt the butter, the unsweetened chocolate, and the sweetener. Once melted remove from the heat and add the salt and vanilla.
2. Next add the heavy cream and whisk well. Continue to whisk to allow the oils to completely combine.
3. Using an immersion blender or hand-held mixer give it a good whirl every few minutes until it has cooled. Beating it as it cools will give you a creamy chocolate fudge. Pour over the crust and caramel.
4. Let everything cool before cutting the bars.
Notes
1. Xantham gum is a must if you want your caramel center to set.
2. If you have issues with your chocolate fudge setting correctly, try placing it in the fridge and taking it out every 3 minutes to give it a whirl with the immersion blender.
Recommended Products
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Bob's Red Mill, Xanthan Gum Powder, 8 oz -
Anthony's Almond Meal Flour, Unblanched, 5 lb, Batch Tested Gluten Free, Keto Friendly
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Truvia Sweet Complete Granulated All-Purpose Calorie-Free Sweetener from the Stevia Leaf, 16 oz Bag (Pack of 1)
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Redmond Real Salt - Ancient Fine Sea Salt, Unrefined Mineral Salt, 16 Ounce Pouch (2 Pack)
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 24 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 237Total Fat: 23gSaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 42mgSodium: 616mgCarbohydrates: 12gFiber: 2gSugar: 2gProtein: 3g
Online nutritional calculators are estimates only. Use your best judgement when consuming.
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