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Butterfingers

Healthy Butterfingers That Crush Cravings Guilt-Free

Enjoy guilt-free Healthy Butterfingers made with whole grains and high in iron for a sweet treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Freezing Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Sweet Base
  • 1/2 cup Maple Syrup or Honey/Agave for sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon Molasses can be omitted
  • 1/2 cup Sugar opt for unrefined for healthier choice
Main Mixture
  • 1 cup Peanut Butter almond butter or Sunbutter for allergies
  • 3 cups Cereal Bran Flakes or Corn Flakes
  • 1 pinch Salt adjust if using unsalted nut butter
Optional Coating
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips to melt for coating
  • 1 tablespoon Coconut Oil to mix with chocolate

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • spatula
  • Baking Pan
  • Freezer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1/2 cup maple syrup, 1 tablespoon molasses, and 1/2 cup sugar and bring to a gentle boil for 1 minute.
  2. Remove from heat, stir in 1 cup of peanut butter and a pinch of salt until well combined.
  3. Fold in 3 cups of bran flakes, ensuring everything is well coated.
  4. Press the mixture into a greased 8×8 inch baking pan to create an even layer.
  5. Freeze for 1-2 hours until the mixture hardens.
  6. Cut into bars and coat with melted chocolate if desired, freeze again for 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Press down firmly for well-formed bars and allow to freeze fully for optimal crunchiness. Store in freezer for best results.

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