Gluten Free Twix Recipe (Vegan & Healthy Copycat Bars)

This gluten free Twix recipe gives you everything you love about the classic candy bar — buttery shortbread, gooey caramel, and a dark chocolate shell — made with just 6 wholesome ingredients. Vegan, naturally sweetened, and honestly better than the original.

Gluten Free Twix Recipe

Twix bars were my weakness growing up. Like, hide-them-from-yourself, eat-three-in-a-row weakness.

So when I started eating gluten-free and cutting back on processed sugar, I knew I had to figure out a homemade version — and this gluten free Twix recipe is everything.

The shortbread is buttery and crisp, the cashew butter caramel layer is silky and rich, and the dark chocolate shell gives that satisfying snap you absolutely need. I’ve made these at least three times now and they disappear every single time.

Fair warning: you will not be sharing these.

Already a fan of homemade candy bar recreations? Check out my Vegan & Gluten Free Homemade Snickers Bars and my Homemade Vegan Bounty Bars too.

Why You’ll Love This Gluten Free Twix Recipe

Only 6 ingredients. No obscure health food store runs required — just coconut flour, maple syrup, coconut oil, cashew butter, vanilla, and chocolate chips.

Three iconic layers. Crumbly coconut flour shortbread, silky nut butter caramel, and a thick dark chocolate coating. All the Twix vibes, none of the weird stuff.

Naturally sweetened. Pure maple syrup does all the sweetening here — no refined sugar, no sugar crash.

Vegan and gluten free. Friendly for pretty much everyone at the table.

The fridge does the hard work. Most of the time is just chilling — hands-on effort is minimal.

Ingredients for Gluten Free Twix Bars

Here’s what you need (exact measurements are in the recipe card at the bottom of this post):

Shortbread layer:

• Coconut flour — this is important; coconut flour doesn’t substitute 1:1 with other flours, so stick with it for best results
• Pure maple syrup — or sugar-free maple syrup for a lighter version
• Melted coconut oil

Caramel layer:

• Cashew butter — creates the smoothest, most neutral caramel flavour; almond butter, peanut butter, sunflower seed butter, or tahini all work but will change the taste slightly
• Pure maple syrup
• Vanilla extract

Chocolate layer:

• Chocolate chips — dark, semi-sweet, milk, or bittersweet all work; use dairy-free chips to keep these fully vegan

How to Make This Gluten Free Twix Recipe

Step 1: Make the Shortbread

Mix the coconut flour, maple syrup, and melted coconut oil together until a dough forms. Press it evenly into the bottom of a greased pan and bake for 9–11 minutes at 350°F until just golden. Let it cool completely before adding the caramel — this is important so the layers don’t bleed together.

Step 2: Make the Caramel Layer

Stir together the cashew butter, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth and silky. Pour this over the cooled shortbread layer and spread evenly. Place in the fridge for 30 minutes (or the freezer for 15) until the caramel is firm to the touch.

Step 3: Add the Chocolate

Melt the chocolate chips with a small amount of coconut oil in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each. Pour about half of the melted chocolate over the caramel layer and tilt the pan to spread evenly. Refrigerate for 15–20 minutes until set.

Step 4: Cut and Coat

Once firm, remove from the pan and slice into 8 bars using a sharp knife. Dip each bar into the remaining melted chocolate to fully coat all sides. Place on parchment paper and refrigerate until the chocolate is completely set.

Step 5: Serve

Sprinkle with flaky sea salt if you’re fancy (you are). Eat immediately or store for later — if they make it that far.

Tips for Perfect Homemade Gluten Free Twix Bars

Cool the shortbread completely. Rushing this step means a melted, messy caramel layer. Give it time.

Use a sharp knife for clean cuts. A warm knife (run it under hot water and dry it) slices through these cleanly without cracking the chocolate.

Don’t skimp on the coconut oil in the chocolate. It’s what gives the coating that smooth, glossy, snappy finish. About 1 tsp per ½ cup of chips does the trick.

Chilling between layers = clean, defined layers. Each layer needs to be fully set before you add the next one. Don’t skip the fridge time.

Flaky sea salt on top is not optional. Okay, it is optional. But you’ll be glad you did it.

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Vegan & Gluten Free Homemade Twix Bar Recipe

This Healthy Homemade Twix Bars Recipe is a much better take on the chewy caramel candy bar we all know and love. Made with a coconut flour shortbread layer, a cashew butter caramel middle and a thick chocolate coating, they are sure to be your new favorite candy bar.

Prep Time20 minutes mins

Cook Time10 minutes mins

Total Time30 minutes mins

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings: 8 bars

Calories: 480kcal

Author: Bailey Campbell

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Ingredients 

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SHORTBREAD LAYER

• ⅔ cup coconut flour
• 3 tbsp maple syrup
• ⅓ cup coconut oil room temperature

CARAMEL LAYER

• ⅓ cup cashew butter melted (you can sub your nut butter of choice – almond butter, peanut butter, or tahini would all work great as well, they may just alter the flavour)
• ¼ cup coconut oil melted
• ⅓ cup maple syrup
• 1 tsp vanilla

CHOCOLATE COATING

• 1 ¼ cup chocolate chips I used dark chocolate chips
• 1 ½ tbsp coconut oil melted

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350F. Grease and line a bread loaf pan.
• In a medium size bowl add coconut flour, maple syrup and coconut oil. Mix until dough forms, use your hands if needed.
• Press dough evenly into the prepared bread loaf pan. Bake for about 9-11 minutes until edges begin to brown. Take out of the oven and let cool completely.
• For the caramel filling, combine the melted cashew butter, melted coconut oil, maple syrup and vanilla. Once the crust is cooled completely, pour the caramel filling over the crust and let cool in the freezer to set before topping with chocolate layer.
• For the chocolate topping, melted the chocolate chips and coconut oil in a bowl in the microwave or over the stove. Once the caramel layer is set, pour about HALF of the chocolate layer over the caramel layer. Put back in freezer to set.
• Once set, slice into 8 bars. Using the remainder of the chocolate coating, dip the bars into the chocolate sauce to fully coat the bars. Transfer onto a cookie cooling rack over a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Put back in the fridge or freezer to set again. Drizzle extra chocolate over the top of bars if you desire and sprinkle with sea salt.
• Store twix bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, or in freezer for up to 1-2 months.

Notes

• Cashew butter gives the most neutral, smooth caramel flavour. Peanut butter, almond butter, sunflower seed butter, or tahini all work but will change the taste.
• Sugar-free maple syrup can be substituted for a lower-sugar version.
• Use dairy-free chocolate chips to keep these fully vegan.
• Store in the fridge for up to 1 week or freezer for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bar | Calories: 480kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 57mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 34g

The nutrition information provided is calculated based on industry-standard software and should be used as a general guide only. The information may vary depending on ingredient substitutions, cooking techniques, and individual serving sizes. It is the responsibility of the reader to ensure the accuracy and appropriateness of the nutritional information provided. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for personalized medical or nutritional advice.

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Substitutions and Variations

• Nut-free caramel: Swap cashew butter for sunflower seed butter or tahini
• Peanut butter Twix: Use peanut butter in the caramel layer for a Reese’s-Twix hybrid situation (highly recommend)
• Dark chocolate vs. milk chocolate: Dark chocolate keeps these refined sugar-free; milk chocolate gives more of a classic Twix flavour
• Mini bars: Press into a loaf pan and cut into smaller pieces for bite-sized portions — great for gifting or holiday treat boxes
• Extra caramel layer: Double the caramel ingredients for an extra thick, gooey middle layer

How to Store Gluten Free Twix Bars

Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week. The chocolate stays firm and the layers hold their shape perfectly.

Freezer: These freeze beautifully for up to 3 months. Wrap individually in plastic wrap and store in a freezer bag. Let thaw in the fridge for a couple of hours before eating, or eat them straight from frozen if you like a firmer bite (honestly great).

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use a different flour for the shortbread? Coconut flour is unique and doesn’t substitute 1:1 with almond flour or gluten-free all-purpose flour, so it’s best to stick with it here. Using a different flour will significantly change the texture of the base.

Are Twix bars gluten free? No — store-bought Twix bars contain wheat and are not gluten free. This homemade version is made entirely with gluten-free ingredients, so it’s a safe alternative.

Can I make these without coconut oil? Coconut oil can be replaced with melted vegan butter or regular butter (if you don’t need these dairy-free) in both the shortbread and chocolate layers.

Why did my shortbread crumble when I sliced the bars? This usually happens if the bars haven’t chilled long enough, or if the knife isn’t sharp. Make sure the chocolate layer is fully set before slicing, and use a warm, dry knife for the cleanest cuts.

Can I double this recipe? Absolutely — just use two pans or a larger baking dish and double all the ingredients. Great for making a batch to gift or share.

More Homemade Candy Bar Recipes

• Homemade Vegan & Gluten Free Snickers Bars
• Homemade Vegan Bounty Bars
• Homemade Copycat Perfect Bar Recipe
• Chocolate Sea Salt Protein Balls
• High Protein Chocolate Mousse with Cottage Cheese

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