Protein Twix Bars 

This healthier take on Twix bars layers an almond‑protein shortbread crust, creamy peanut‑butter caramel, and dark chocolate coating. Grain‑free, vegan, and refined sugar‑free, these no‑bake bars deliver satisfying sweetness and texture with a protein boost. Made simply in a loaf pan, they’re freezer‑chilled, cut into 8 bars, and finished with melted chocolate. Expect around 5 g protein, 15 g carbs and 11 g fat per serving. Perfect for a post‑workout snack or guilt‑free dessert. 

Ingredients

For the protein shortbread:
• ½ cup almond flour
• 3 Tbsp coconut flour
• 4 Tbsp protein powder (e.g. salted‑caramel or vanilla flavor)
• 1 Tbsp maple syrup
• 3 Tbsp non‑dairy milk (almond milk works well) 

For the peanut‑butter caramel layer:
• ⅓ cup + 1 Tbsp natural smooth peanut butter
• 3 Tbsp protein powder (vanilla flavor)
• 2 Tbsp maple syrup
• 1 Tbsp water 

For the chocolate topping:
• ¼ cup non‑dairy chocolate chips
• 1 tsp coconut oil 

Directions

1. Line a loaf pan with parchment paper. In a bowl, combine the shortbread ingredients until a dough forms, then press into the loaf pan.
   
   

2. Freeze the shortbread layer while you prepare the caramel.
   
   

3. Mix all caramel ingredients until smooth, then spread over the chilled shortbread. Return to freezer for ~10 minutes.
   
   

4. Carefully slice into 8 bars.
   
   

5. Melt chocolate chips with coconut oil until smooth. Spread or drizzle over each bar.
   
   

6. Return bars to freezer until chocolate sets. Enjoy! Store in fridge or freezer.
   
   

Nutrients (per bar, approx.)

• Calories: ~200 kcal
• Protein: ~5 g
• Carbohydrates: ~15 g
• Fat: ~11 g