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Healthy Homemade Butterfingers

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  • Author: Sue
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 12–14 bars
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A healthier, homemade twist on classic Butterfingers—these gluten-free and dairy-free bars use peanut butter, honey, and cornflakes for that iconic crunch, all coated in rich chocolate.


Ingredients

  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1 3/4 cups cornflake cereal
  • 1 cup chocolate chips (dairy-free if needed)
  • 1 tsp coconut oil

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan over medium-low heat, heat peanut butter, honey, vanilla, and salt for 2–4 minutes until smooth and combined.
  2. Transfer mixture to a large bowl with the cornflake cereal and stir to coat, lightly crushing the cereal.
  3. Shape the mixture into 12–14 logs and place on a parchment-lined tray. Freeze for 1 hour.
  4. Melt the chocolate chips with coconut oil using a microwave or stovetop, being careful not to burn it.
  5. Dip each frozen log in the melted chocolate, allow excess to drip off, then place back on the tray. Freeze for about 10 minutes to set.
  6. Store in the fridge or freezer and enjoy when desired.

Notes

  • Use almond or sunflower butter for a nut-free option.
  • Maple syrup can replace honey for a vegan version.
  • Sprinkle flaky sea salt or drizzle extra chocolate for added flair.
  • Use dark chocolate for a lower-sugar alternative.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 190
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 100mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg