Vegan Snickers Bars (Gluten-Free) - Rhian's Recipes (2024)

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These Vegan Snickers Bars are just as delicious as the real thing: chewy nougat, gooey caramel and crunchy peanuts coated in silky chocolate! They're rich and indulgent and perfectly salty-sweet! They're also refined sugar free, gluten-free, relatively healthy and easy to make. They make excellent edible giftsforValentine's Day, Easter, Christmas, and everything in between!

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Are Snickers vegan?


No, Snickers are not vegan or dairy-free as they contain dairy products. If you are vegan or dairy-free and want to eat Snickers, I recommend making your own!

How is vegan nougat made?


For the nougat part of these Vegan Snickers, I decided to use blended cashews and cacao butter. Adding the cacao butter creates a chewy texture like in my chocolate truffles.

How is vegan caramel made?


The vegan caramel layer is made using blended dates and peanut butter for creaminess and extra peanut flavour.

How to make the nougat

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  • Soak the cashews in cold water overnight or in boiling water for 15 minutes.
  • Place in a food processorwith the cacao butter, maple syrup and vanilla.

Tip: You can get hold of cacao butter online, in local health food stores or large supermarkets.

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  • Whizz until completely smooth.
  • Taste and adjust flavour accordingly.
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  • Smooth over the top.
  • Place in the freezer to firm up while you make the caramel.

How to make the caramel

  • Place the dates, peanut butter, maple syrup and salt in the food processor.
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  • Whizz until completely smooth.
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  • Making sure the nougat layer has firmed up, spread the caramel over the nougat in the loaf tin.
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  • Sprinkle the peanuts over the caramel and press them down into the caramel so that the surface becomes quite even.
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  • Place in the freezer for about one hour until completely firmed up.

To assemble

  • Making sure the nougat and caramel layers have firmed up completely, slice it into six bars.
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  • Break up the chocolate into small pieces and place in a bowl with the coconut oil.

Tip: Using a wide-bottomed bowl makes it easier to dip the bars into the melted chocolate.

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  • Place the bowl over a pan of boiling water and stir regularly until melted.

Tip: Make sure not to overheat it as the chocolate will ‘split’ if you heat it too much.

  • Use a small fork to carefully lift the bars one at a time into the melted chocolate and spoon the melted chocolate over the bar until it has been completely covered in melted chocolate.
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  • Use the fork to lift the bar out of the melted chocolate and onto a rectangular baking tray lined with baking paper.
  • Drizzle the remaining melted chocolate over the top of the bars to decorate, if desired.
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  • Place in the fridge for a couple of hours until the chocolate has hardened completely.
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How long do they keep for?

These Vegan Snickers Bars keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a few days.

Can you freeze them?

Yes! If you like Snickers ice cream, you can store these in the freezer - they taste just like ice cream! They keep in the freezer for up to a couple of months.

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Substitutions you can make

  • You can use any type of liquid sweetener: maple syrup, agave syrup, brown rice syrup etc.
  • You can replace thepeanut butterwithalmond butter, cashew butter, sunflower seed butter or tahini.
  • You can replace the peanuts with cashew nuts, macadamia nuts or pecan nuts.
  • For a refined sugar free version, use a refined sugar free chocolate.
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More vegan chocolate treats

  • Healthy Snickers Ice Cream Bites
  • Matcha Chocolate Truffles
  • Chocolate Truffles
  • Hazelnut Chocolate Truffles
  • White Chocolate Truffles
  • Strawberry Chocolate Truffles
  • Chocolate Bars
  • Twix Bars

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Vegan Snickers Bars (Gluten-Free)

These Vegan Snickers Bars are just as delicious as the real thing: chewy nougat, gooey caramel and crunchy peanuts coated in silky chocolate! They're rich and indulgent and perfectly salty-sweet!

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: vegan chocolate, vegan snickers bars

Prep Time: 40 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes minutes

Servings: 6 bars

Calories: 534kcal

Author: Rhian Williams

Ingredients

For the nougat:

  • 100 g ( cup) raw cashew nuts soaked in cold water overnight or in boiling water for 15 minutes
  • 50 g (1.8 oz) cacao butter
  • 4 tablespoons maple syrup (or sub any other sweetener)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the caramel:

  • 65 g ( cup) pitted dates soaked in cold water overnight or in boiling water for 15 minutes
  • 65 g (¼ cup) smooth peanut butter (or sub almond butter, sunflower seed butter or tahini)
  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup (or sub any other sweetener)
  • Pinch salt
  • 65 g (½ cup) roasted peanuts

For the chocolate:

  • 150 g (5.2 oz) dark chocolate ** (ensure vegan/gluten-free if necessary)
  • 1 teaspoon coconut oil

Instructions

For the nougat:

  • Drain the soaked cashews and place in a food processor along with the cacao butter*, maple syrup and vanilla.

  • Whizz until completely smooth.

  • Transfer the mixture to a loaf tin lined with greaseproof baking paper (I used a one-pound loaf tin).

  • Make sure you get rid of any air bubbles and make sure the top is completely smooth.

  • Place in the freezer to firm up while you make the caramel.

For the caramel:

  • Drain the soaked dates and place in the food processor along with the peanut butter, maple syrup and salt.

  • Whizz until completely smooth.

  • Making sure the nougat layer has firmed up, spread the caramel over the nougat layer in the loaf tin.

  • Sprinkle the peanuts over the caramel and press them down into the caramel so that the surface becomes quite even.

  • Place back in the freezer for about 1 hour until completely firmed up.

For the chocolate:

  • Making sure the nougat and caramel layers have firmed up completely, slice it into six bars.

  • Break up the chocolate into small pieces and place in a bowl with the coconut oil (using a wide-bottomed bowl makes it easier to dip the bars into the melted chocolate).

  • Place the bowl over a pan of boiling water and stir regularly until melted – make sure not to overheat it as the chocolate will ‘split’ if you heat it too much.

  • Use a small fork to carefully lift the bars one at a time into the melted chocolate and use a spoon to spoon the melted chocolate over the bar until it has been completely covered in melted chocolate.

  • Use the small fork to lift the bar out of the melted chocolate and onto a baking tray lined with baking paper.

  • Drizzle the remaining melted chocolate over the top of the bars to decorate, if desired.

  • Place in the fridge for a couple of hours until the chocolate has hardened completely.

  • Keeps in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a few days.

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Notes

*If your food processor isn’t very powerful, it may have trouble with the cacao butter. In this case, melt the cacao butter first using a bain-marie before adding to the food processor.

**For a refined sugar free version, use a refined sugar free dark chocolate

  • You can replace thepeanut butterwithalmond butter, cashew butter, sunflower seed butter or tahini.
  • You can replace the peanuts with cashew nuts, macadamia nuts or pecan nuts.

If you like Snickers Ice Cream, you can store these in the freezer - they taste just like ice cream! They keep in the freezer for up to a couple of months.

Nutrition Facts

Vegan Snickers Bars (Gluten-Free)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 534Calories from Fat 324

% Daily Value*

Fat 36g55%

Saturated Fat 17g85%

Cholesterol 1mg0%

Sodium 115mg5%

Potassium 569mg16%

Carbohydrates 46g15%

Fiber 6g24%

Sugar 29g32%

Protein 11g22%

Vitamin A 10IU0%

Calcium 69mg7%

Iron 5mg28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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  1. Georgina

    Vegan Snickers Bars (Gluten-Free) - Rhian's Recipes (21)
    These are delicious. I made them into 16 "bites" instead of bars because I thought the bars might be too much for us. One of the bites is perfect for a little something sweet after lunch. I substituted the peanut butter and roast peanuts for hazelnut butter and roasted hazelnuts and they are absolutely scrumptious. Thanks for the recipe, great fun to make. I showed a picture of the ones I'd made on my blog and put a link to your recipe.

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    • Rhian Williams

      Thank you so much, so happy to hear that! That's great to know about the substitutions, thank you so much for sharing! Sounds delicious.

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FAQs

Is Snickers gluten-free for celiacs? ›

Is Snickers gluten free? Almost all types of Snickers are considered gluten-free, as they do not contain gluten ingredients and are not processed on equipment that processes gluten-containing ingredients. The only exception is Snickers Hi Protein bars and Snickers ice cream, which are not gluten-free.

Can vegans eat Snickers? ›

Are Snickers vegan? No, the store-bought Snickers are not vegan because they contain dairy and egg.

Is A Snickers Dairy free? ›

Original snickers are made with: Milk chocolate (sugar, cocoa butter, chocolate, skim milk, lactose, milk fat, soy lecithin, artificial flavor), peanuts, corn syrup, sugar, palm oil, skim milk, lactose, salt, egg whites, artificial flavor.

What is in a snicker? ›

In 1930, Mars introduced Snickers, named after the favorite horse of the Mars family. The Snickers chocolate bar consists of nougat, peanuts, and caramel with a chocolate coating.

Can celiacs eat M&Ms? ›

The following Mars candies have no gluten-containg ingredients: M&Ms (except pretzel, crispy, and potentially seasonal items) Milky Way Caramel Bars (not the original Milky Way Bar) Snickers Bars.

Can celiacs eat almond flour? ›

Because almond flour is gluten-free, it is also a helpful option for people with celiac disease. Almond flour is made from ground almonds and can replace wheat flour in just about any recipe. It's easy to make at home, or you can buy it in supermarkets and health food stores.

What candy is 100% vegan? ›

But don't let that stop your sweet tooth. A little candy, as a treat, every now and then is fine. If you're limiting your sugar intake, look for the brands SmartSweets (vegan-friendly) or Zolli Candy (100 percent vegan).

Can vegans eat M&Ms? ›

Are any M&Ms Vegan? Unfortunately upon further inspection, no m&m's are vegan. Not even some of the flavoured ones like peanut m&m or the crispy m&m. While the obvious reason might be the inclusion of dairy products in the milk chocolate with the main ingredient being milk products - skim milk, there are other reasons.

Are Oreo's vegan? ›

Many vegans refer to Oreos as “accidentally vegan,” meaning they don't contain animal products — but they weren't created to be a specifically vegan treat. Oreos do not contain milk, eggs, or any other animal-derived products, so they are technically vegan in that sense.

Are Snickers 100% gluten-free? ›

Snickers bars don't contain any gluten ingredients, BUT… they're not labeled as gluten-free. And a lot of people online write about reacting to them, even though they're “just” intolerant and don't have celiac disease.

How unhealthy is a snicker? ›

As any candy and chocolate bar, snickers is high in sugars and fats. Although eating one once on a while is ok, over consumption of sugary snacks and beverage increase the risks of several illnesses including: diabetes, obesity, high blood pressure, fatty liver, cancer, ischemic heart disease and cerebral infarctions.

What do Snickers do to your body? ›

Consuming too many Snickers bars in one day can contribute to various health risks due to their high sugar, saturated fat, and calorie content. Excessive intake may lead to weight gain, increased risk of type 2 diabetes, dental issues, and cardiovascular problems.

What is the Snickers controversy? ›

Snickers in Spain has pulled a controversial TV advert that was heavily criticised for being hom*ophobic. The 20-second commercial shows Spanish influencer Aless Gibaja transform into a bearded man with a low voice after eating a Snickers ice cream.

Can celiacs eat Mars bars? ›

Mars bars are not gluten free. They contain glucose syrup, some of which is sourced from wheat. They also contain barley malt extract, which has gluten. For these reasons, the Mars company states that Mars bars are not gluten free.

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