I have these adorable candy molds that I bought on Amazon. Perfect for DIY mini candy bars. And my favorite candy in my pre-vegan days ... Snickers. So today, a veganize-this recipe!..
Snickers bars. That gooey inside, combined with crunchy peanuts and a velvety chocolate coating. I was hooked.
On Halloween I would line up all my fun size Snickers, in a tidy row, counting them in glory. When trading sweets with my fellow trick-or-treaters I would value my Snickers as the most coveted treat, right up there with Reeses PB cups. You need to pay me two Twizzlers, a Dots, a Junior Mint, AND Milk Duds to get just one of my caramel and nugget-filled Snickers. And even then, I might not have budged on a deal.
But anyways. I apologize for bringing up Halloween in summertime. I don't want to be that person. I'm talking to you CVS/Pharmacy with your pumpkin and 'fall leaves' goodies just waiting to pounce on us.
Vegan Snickers. So when I realized that I could veganize those same cravable flavors and textures using just four main ingredients, I knew I had to share this recipe with you.
Vegan Snickers ... the video.
And even if you don't like straight up candy bars to nibble ... yes there are people like this .. just think of all the fun things you can do with these bars:
Chop them up try these fun ideas..
- Add them to some banana ice cream for a healthy-decadent treat, aka a dessert smoothie bowl.
- Use them in place of chocolate chips for some super amazing cookies.
- Fold them into a cashew or tofu cheesecake mixture for some vegan "Snickers" cheesecake insanity. Oh the possibilities...
- Add them to my silky vanilla custard!
The four main ingredients? Virgin coconut oil, dark chocolate chips, Medjool dates and peanuts.
Nugget + Caramel in One. I decided to keep things really simple and make the Medjool date caramel act as both the caramel and the nugget, since it has a hearty bite, yet gooey caramel-like texture. Simple and delicious.
Four Ingredient Vegan Snickers
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Published 08/20/2015
Ingredients
- chocolate:
- ⅓ cup vegan chocolate chips
- ⅓ cup virgin coconut oil
- Filling:
- 6 large Medjool dates - pitted
- 2 tablespoon water
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- pinch of salt for date paste - optional
- Also: ¼ cup whole peanuts
Instructions
- In a blender or food processor, process the dates and water and optional vanilla extract and salt until smooth, whipped and creamy. Set aside.
- Melt the chocolate and coconut oil together. You can warm them for 20-30 seconds in a microwave or in a small sauce pot on the stove.
- Pour one teaspoon of the melted chocolate into the chocolate molds. Then place in freezer for 2 minutes, or until hardened.
- Next, put 5-6 peanuts in each bar mold, then dollop the date caramel on top. Using a spoon or butter knife, press the date paste towards the middle of the mold, leaving room for the chocolate to cling to the edges and seal in the filling. Pour the remaining chocolate over top the peanuts and date paste.
- Place bars back in the freezer to chill until hardened, usually at least five minutes. You can store the bars in a plastic bag in the freezer - they will keep well for up to a few weeks!
Yield: 6 mini bars
Prep Time: 00 hrs. 10 mins.
Total time: 10 mins.
Tags: dessert,candy,vegan,snickers,chocolate,peanuts,dates,coconut oil,sweet,easy,
Isabelle Peterson says
Just a suggestion with the sticky date paste - scrape it into a small zip lock back and pipe it into the forms. 😉
Lauren H says
Just made these -- SO delicious and easy!! Thanks!
Kristi says
We loved these!!! Want to try with peanut butter in the middle!! YUM!! Thanks!
RockMyVeganSocks says
I was never really into Snickers (I was a Mars bar gal), but I'm loving the sound of these!
Neyonta says
These look amazing, I love snickers and to think this version has wonderful quality rich ingredients in them!
Ashley M. says
Oh my goodness!! These look perfect. I've never seen vegan snickers look like the "real" thing, but you could fool anyone with these. I'm so excited to make these, Kathy!!
Bianca @ ElephantasticVegan says
I've never liked snickers when I was younger (and in my pre-vegan times) because of the peanuts, but now I love peanuts and I have to give these vegan snickers a try. The candy molds make them look so pretty and perfect!
Ana @ Ana's Rocket Ship says
You know.... I was never really a fan of Snicker's Bars as a kid..... however I'm pretty sure that I'll love everything about these ones!
Ali says
I really want to make these, but don't have any candy molds in this shape. Is there an alternative I can use?
Kathy Patalsky says
You can use cupcake liners in a muffin tin
Ali says
Thanks, Kathy! Great idea. Can't wait to try them! Maybe tonight....
Kyra @ Vie De La Vegan says
Ohhh I need to find me some of those candy molds here in Aus! Life is so much better with vegan Snickers. I love how easy your recipe is, Kathy!
Kathy Patalsky says
Glad you like it!
Gluten Free Babe says
These look amazing! I make vegan snickers all the time 🙂 I have not made them using candy molds though! They look lovely I can't wait to get the molds and try them this way. Usually I just dip the candy into the chocolate to coat it. Please check out my gluten free raw brownies on my site if you get a chance! xoxo
Kathy Patalsky says
Just looked them up! Love all the walnuts in them! Yum
Henry says
I need to make these NOW!!
Theresa "Sam" Houghton says
....Be still my heart, I ADORE Snickers! <3 Genius as usual!
Arman @ thebigmansworld says
1. Candy moulds. Buying them NOW! 2. Making them as soon as they arrive- I am obsessed!
Kathy Patalsky says
They are so awesome! These candy molds are a must in every kitchen.
Nora says
Oh my gosh, these look amazing. I don't even like regular caramel but date caramel is SO good!
Heather McClees says
These were a favorite growing up! Beautiful recipe!!!!:)
Kathy Patalsky says
Thank you Heather!
John Hartil says
Oh boy ....so yummy! Must do these.
Megan @fittingintovegan.com says
Why, oh, why did you have to create these amazing candy bars!!!!?????!!!! Now I want to make and devour all of them! Especially since they are only 4 ingredients!
Liz S. says
This is a BEYOND amazing recipe. Delicious!
June Burns says
Those look awesome! Even better that they are made with healthier ingredients. I can only imagine how these would be in a vegan cheesecake... 🙂
Rebecca P. says
Fabulous Kathy! Love that Filling!