For those who follow a gluten-free diet, the craving for a Snickers bar can be a dilemma. On one hand, Snickers bars do not contain any gluten ingredients, making them technically safe for consumption; however, they are not certified gluten-free, which raises concerns about potential cross-contamination during manufacturing.
This uncertainty can be particularly challenging for individuals with celiac disease or severe gluten sensitivities. The combination of nougat, caramel, and crunchy peanuts wrapped in milk chocolate is undeniably tempting, yet the risk of an adverse reaction may lead many to reconsider indulging in this classic candy bar. For those who want to enjoy the flavours without the worry, creating homemade versions could be a satisfying alternative that allows for complete control over the ingredients used, that’s where 4 Ingredients comes in, with a super easy-to-make recipe, that we think tastes better than the thing you were craving.
Raw Snickers Bars – 4 Ingredients
Raw Snickers Bars
Makes 12 Ingredients:
Raw Snickers Bars
● 12 Medjool dates (60g), pitted
● 1⁄4 cup (78g) natural peanut butter
● 2 tbsp. (22g) raw peanuts
● 100g Lactose-Free, Gluten-Free chocolate
Method:
Using a small, sharp knife, cut a slit in each of the dates.
Remove stones.
Into each place a little peanut butter, into which, press three whole peanuts.
Repeat until all ingredients are gone.
Next, break the chocolate into a large microwave-safe bowl and melt in 30-second increments until nice and smooth.
Dip each date to completely cover.
Place onto a paper-lined tray and refrigerate to set.
Optional: I used a 1⁄4 cup (50g) walnut meal mixed with 1 tsp. (8g) honey to stuff several sensational dates.
Download the Raw Snickers Bars Recipe here
Thanks to Kim McCosker for sharing this amazing recipe. Kim is the author of a series of very popular cookbooks called 4 Ingredients and if you are in the area you can see her at the Coeliac Australia Gluten-Free Expo, where she will be demonstrating quick, easy and GLUTEN-FREE recipes
The Coeliac Australia Gluten-Free Expo see’s people from all over Australia convert for the weekend and will feature a show floor bursting with exhibitors – the ultimate destination to discover, sample and purchase new products spanning tasty treats to essential pantry items, without the worry of having to ask whether any of the food contains gluten. Visitors can explore products from both familiar brands and those they are yet to discover, including offerings from Well and Good, Arnotts, Senza, Two Bays Brewing Co. and Venerdi.
