I’ve made a lot of treats in my day, but I’m gonna go out on a limb and say these copycat healthy butterfinger bars are the BEST.TREAT. I’ve ever created.

They’ve got every component I could ever wish for in a dessert. They’re rich and super satisfying, slightly sweet, slightly salty, crunchy and creamy at the same time, contain the best combo ever (peanut butter + dark chocolate FTW), are easy to make (no baking required!), incredibly nostalgic (who didn’t love candy bars growing up?!)  and can be stored in the freezer for convenience whenever a sweet craving strikes.

But the best part?!

They’re naturally gluten-free, dairy-free and refined-sugar-free (and easily made vegan!) and sneak in gut-friendly and hormone-healthy ingredients to boot.

AKA, no bloating, blood sugar crashes or breakouts post-consumption. So that you can have your “cake” (or candy in this case) and eat it too. Snag the details and recipe below.

WHAT MAKES THIS COPYCAT BUTTERFINGER BAR RECIPE HEALTHY

While yes, candy is…..candy, this doesn’t mean it can’t still be rich in nutrients and void of inflammatory agents found in most traditional store bought treats (think refined sugars, inflammatory oils, conventional dairy, etc.) Here’s a few reasons why this copycat butterfinger bar recipe is a much healthier option.

+ NO REFINED SUGAR

Instead of using processed sugars like cane, corn syrup, maltodextrin, agave or artificial sweeteners that can spike your blood sugar and mess with your gut microbiome, this butterfinger bar recipe uses only a small amount of organic maple syrup or honey to sweeten.

+ NATURALLY DAIRY-FREE

Most chocolate candy bars contain conventional and condensed milk that many people find difficult to digest. This recipe uses magnesium-rich dark chocolate (very beneficial for your menstrual cycle!) without any added dairy.

+ A HIGH QUALITY PROTEIN SOURCE

While you don’t HAVE to add in collagen powder to this recipe, incorporating additional protein is one of my favorite health hacks to minimize a blood sugar spike, which in turn wreaks havoc on your hormones. In this recipe I recommend using a collagen protein powder sourced from pasture-raised cows without any added hormones. It’s also enzymatically processed several times, which is a fancy way of saying it makes the collagen peptides more bioavailable (for maximum nutrient absorption). **Use code SOGREEN10 to save.

+ HIGH IN NUTRIENTS

One of the reasons why candy has been deemed “unhealthy” is because it typically lacks nutrients that work to keep our blood sugar balanced, hormones happy and provide an overall feeling of satiation, hence why most of the time we’re still hungry after consuming. This butterfinger bar recipe sneaks in a ton of nutrients to help keep us satisfied (see below for details).

+ OPTIMAL BALANCE OF PROTEIN, FAT + FIBER

Unlike pretty much all store bought candy, this butterfinger bar recipe also sneaks in plenty of high quality fats and fiber, that work in tandem with the protein to give our hormones the building blocks they need to do their jobs effectively.

HORMONE BALANCING + HEALTHY BUTTERFINGER BAR INGREDIENTS

+ COLLAGEN PROTEIN POWDER

High quality protein is critical for hormone balance, as hormones are manufactured from amino acids, and without them your hormones aren’t be able to function optimally. 

Unfortunately, there’s a lot of junk out there when it comes to protein sources (especially if you’re looking for it in the form of a powder), as most are quite processed and contain inflammatory ingredients like added sugars and shelf-stabilizing chemicals. My favorite clean protein protein powder is this collagen brand, which is rich in gut-healing compounds like glutamine, glycine, collagen and proline that reduce intestinal inflammation and support your thyroid gland.. **Use my code SOGREEN10 to save. 

If you’re looking for a vegan protein option, this clean hemp protein powder is my preferred option!

+ ORGANIC PEANUT BUTTER W/ MINIMAL INGREDIENTS

Peanut butter contains a high amount of B-vitamins, which work to support liver detoxification in order to move estrogen effectively out of the body. It’s also rich in zinc, making it an ideal food to add during your period, as it will work to remineralize your blood. Make sure to purchase organic peanut butter without any added oils or sugars.

+ DARK CHOCOLATE

Dark chocolate (70% cacao or higher) is rich in magnesium, which helps lower prostaglandins, hormone-like substances that cause cramping. It also supports pituitary health, helping to signal the release of FSH and LH, necessary for a healthy menstrual cycle and fertility. Make sure to choose a brand without any emulsifiers that can disrupt gut and hormone health. This is my absolute FAVE dark chocolate and you can use the code LAUREN to save 15%. 

+ PREBIOTIC FIBER 

This specific type of fiber promotes the growth of healthy gut bacteria, which works to optimize digestion and relieve constipation, metabolize fats, regulate blood sugar, manage inflammation and decrease risk factors like obesity, type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome. This is my go-to brand and you can use the code SOGREEN10 to save 10%.

HEALTHY BUTTERFINGER BAR RECIPE SWAPS

+ TO MAKE VEGAN BUTTERFINGER BARS

To make this recipe completely vegan, you’ll simply need to pick a protein powder sourced from vegan protein sources such as seeds, nuts or legumes. This is my preferred vegan protein powder brand. **You can also leave out all together or do a 1:1 swap with a ground flour like peanut or almond.

+ TO MAKE PALEO BUTTERFINGER BARS

To make this recipe paleo-friendly, swap the peanut butter for a creamy, organic cashew butter.

+ TO MAKE KETO BUTTERFINGER BARS

While this butterfinger bar recipe is naturally lower in carbs and high in protein, healthy fats and fiber, you can reduce the net carbohydrates by a 1:1 ratio swap of monk fruit for maple syrup.

COPYCAT BUTTERFINGER BAR HORMONE HEALTH TIPS

+ USE A CLEAN, ORGANIC, UNSWEETENED PEANUT BUTTER

Peanut butter can get a bad rap, but like anything focusing on the ingredients can make all the difference. I always read labels and look for peanut butter without any added sugar or processed vegetable oils like palm/sunflower oil, which cause inflammation and disrupt hormones as a result. This is my go to clean, organic peanut butter brand.

+ FIND THE RIGHT PROTEIN POWDER  

I’ve said it twice and I’ll say it again, there’s a lot of junk out there when it comes to protein sources (especially if you’re looking for it in the form of a powder), as most are quite processed and contain inflammatory ingredients like added sugars and shelf-stabilizing chemicals. My favorite clean protein protein powder is this collagen brand, which is rich in gut-healing compounds like glutamine, glycine, collagen and proline that reduce intestinal inflammation and support your thyroid gland.. **Use my code SOGREEN10 to save. 

+ ADD IN PREBIOTIC FIBER FOR A GUT-FRIENDLY BOOST

Speaking of gut-friendly, I’m a huge fan of adding in prebiotic fiber to this recipe. It doesn’t affect the taste at all, but it does add help promote healthy gut bacteria, which works to optimize digestion and relieve constipation, metabolize fats, regulate blood sugar, manage inflammation and decrease risk factors like obesity, type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome. This is my go-to brand and you can use the code SOGREEN10 to save 10%.

MORE HEALTHY NO-BAKE TREAT RECIPES 

+ HEALTHY S’MORES FUDGE BARS

+ SEA SALT + DARK CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER BALLS

+ HEALTHY PEANUT BUTTER CUP FUDGE

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Healthy Butterfinger Bars

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These healthy butterfinger bars are so insanely delicious + easy to make that you’ll never go back to the original candy version again.

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• Author: Lauren Chambers

• Servings: 12-14

• Recipe Type: dessert, snack, sweet treat

• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

• 2 cups organic, unsweetened peanut butter
• 2/3 cup maple syrup (can swap for 1:1 honey)
• 2 servings (typically 4 scoops) collagen protein powder (can swap for 1/4 cup almond or peanut flour)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp sea salt + additional flaky sea salt for topping
• 2 + 1 1/2 cup gluten-free, cornflake type cereal (this is the best-tasting most clean brand I’ve found)
• 2 cup chocolate chips or chunks (this is hands-down my fave dark chocolate, use code LAUREN for 15% off)
• 2 tsp organic, unrefined coconut oil
• OPTIONAL — 1-2 servings prebiotic fiber 

Instructions

1. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, stir together the peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla, sea salt and collagen protein until smooth and well-combined. **The collagen protein will help to thicken the batter so if it’s still too runny or sticky you may need to add more or another thickening agent like almond, coconut or peanut flour.
2. Once thick and smooth, stir in the gluten-free cornflake cereal and mix well, crushing the cereal so that the entire batter gets evenly coated.
3. Form the mixture into logs (think the size of a candy bar) and lay onto a parchment lined baking sheet. Freeze for 1 hour.
4. Once frozen, add the dark chocolate and coconut oil to a microwave safe bowl and melt for 1 minute. Stir vigorously, then melt 1 more minute in the microwave and stir again. The dark chocolate should be melty but not scorched.
5. Remove the bars from the freezer and using a fork, dip each butterfinger in the dark chocolate, tapping on the rim of the bowl to remove excess chocolate before returning to the pan. Once all the bars are coated and back on the lined pan, place in the freezer until the dark chocolate sets, about 10 minutes.
6. If you want the fancy extra dark chocolate drizzle and sea salt, remove once more and use the fork to drizzle more dark chocolate on top, then sprinkle each bar with sea salt.

Notes

*Store in an air-tight container in the fridge for a week or freezer for 2 months. I put them straight in the freezer to have on hand whenever my sweet tooth strikes.

 

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