Healthy Paleo Snickers

Healthy Paleo Snickers are a delicious and nutritious treat that satisfies your sweet tooth while keeping you in line with a Paleo diet. These Snickers are made with wholesome ingredients like dates, nuts, and coconut milk, offering a great balance of sweetness and crunch, all without refined sugars or artificial additives.

If you’re craving something sweet, nutty, and chocolatey, but want to skip the refined sugar and processed ingredients, healthy Paleo Snickers are the perfect answer. They offer everything you love about the classic candy bar: gooey caramel, crunchy peanuts, and rich chocolate, all in a version that’s made with clean, real-food ingredients.

The base layer typically starts with a chewy, naturally sweet crust made from dates, almond flour, or a blend of nuts. It provides that soft bite and subtle sweetness without using any grains or added sugars. On top of that comes the “caramel” layer, which is usually made with a mix of dates, nut butter, and a splash of vanilla. It’s thick, sticky, and incredibly close to the real thing, minus the corn syrup and dairy.

For that signature crunch, roasted peanuts or almonds are layered into the caramel before everything gets covered in a smooth, dark chocolate coating. Use melted Paleo-approved chocolate or make your own with cacao powder, coconut oil, and a touch of maple syrup or honey. The result is a decadent treat that satisfies your sweet tooth without wrecking your clean eating goals.

These Paleo Snickers bars are easy to prep and store well in the fridge or freezer. You can slice them into bars, squares, or even bite-sized pieces for a quick snack or post-workout treat. They’re gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free, proof that indulgence and healthy eating can actually go hand in hand.

Whether you’re following a Paleo lifestyle or just looking for a better-for-you dessert, this upgraded version of a childhood favorite is rich, satisfying, and made entirely from whole-food ingredients. You’ll never look at a store-bought candy bar the same way again.

Healthy Paleo Snickers

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Healthy Paleo Snickers are a delicious and nutritious treat that satisfies your sweet tooth while keeping you in line with a Paleo diet. These Snickers are made with wholesome ingredients like dates, nuts, and coconut milk, offering a great balance of sweetness and crunch, all without refined sugars or artificial additives.

Servings 1 people

Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

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Ingredients

  

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• 1 cup dates pitted
• 1/2 cup almond butter
• 1/4 cup coconut milk full-fat
• 1/2 cup Nuts mixed, roughly chopped
• 1 cup dark chocolate melted
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• pinch salt

Instructions

 

• Blend the dates in a food processor until smooth and sticky.
• In a mixing bowl, combine the date mixture with almond butter, coconut milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix until well combined.
• Spread the mixture evenly in a lined baking dish, then sprinkle chopped nuts over the top.
• Melt the dark chocolate and pour it over the nut layer. Spread it evenly to cover the nuts.
• Place the dish in the freezer for at least 1 hour to set.
• Once set, cut into bars and enjoy your Healthy Paleo Snickers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 30mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gCalcium: 4mgIron: 8mg

Calories: 150kcal

Meal Type: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: healthy eating, Nutrition, Paleo

Cooking Method: Baked

Diet: Paleo

Time: <30 Min

Level: Easy

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