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Homemade sugar free kit kat that features crunchy granola and nuts enrobed in sugar free chocolate.
Making healthy versions of popular chocolate bars is my thing. I have already recreated some of my favorites, including Almond Joy.
Inspired by my homemade kit kat bars, I adapted them to give them a completely sugar free makeover.
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Why this recipe works
- Fabulously crunchy. The granola, nuts, and seeds in this healthy Kit Kat bar mimic the crunch of the crispy wafer of the original.
- No added sugar. Unlike the original which is packed with added sugar, this homemade Kit Kat recipe can be made with zero added sugar whatsoever.
- No layers. You just mix all the ingredients and let the bar set. Easy as can be!
If mix-and-set bars are your favorite and you don’t like to mess around with layered treats, try this Chocolate Oatmeal Bars recipe, too. They are just as healthy and easy to make!
Ingredients needed
These candies are made without any refined sugar. Here’s what you need to make them at home.
- Granola. You can use any storebought or homemade granola you like. Just make sure it doesn’t contain any sugar and has some crunch to it.
- Mixed nuts and seeds. A combination of any nuts and seeds will work. While there are no nuts and seeds in original Kit Kat bars, adding them to this healthy version of the bar will enrich it with good fats and amazing texture.
- Chocolate chips. Use the sugar-free chocolate chips of your choice.
- Maple syrup. Go with pure maple syrup.
- Coconut oil. To help the chocolate melt more smoothly.
- Almond butter. To help bind all ingredients together. Make sure the almond butter you are using only has almonds and salt in it.
How to make sugar-free Kit Kat
As I’ve already mentioned, mixing all ingredients together is essentially all you need to make these bars. Here’s how you do it.
Step 1 – mix the dry ingredients. Add the granola, mixed nuts, and seeds to a large mixing bowl and mix well until fully combined.
Step 2 – melt the chocolate. Add the chocolate chips to a microwave-safe bowl along with the coconut oil and almond butter. Microwave in short bursts and mix in-between until a smooth mixture remains.
Step 3 – combine, set, and slice. Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the dry ingredients and mix well. Transfer the mixture to a lined pan and spread it out evenly. Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until solid. Then slice into bars and enjoy.
Recipe variations and substitutions
- The crunchy component. You can use cornflakes or puffed rice instead of granola to ensure a light and crispy bite for the bars.
- The sweetener. Any liquid sweetener will work, including honey, agave nectar, and liquid stevia.
- Nut butter. You can swap almond butter for any nut or seed butter you prefer.
- Coconut oil. You can use any healthy oil you like or skip it altogether. Cocoa butter will work too.
- Dried fruits. If it’s not your goal to make the bars taste like the original and all you want is some sugar-free and delicious bars, add chopped dried fruits to the mix.
Storage instructions
To store. Store the bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. While the bars won’t go bad at room temperature, they will soften and may fall apart.
To freeze. These homemade candies can be frozen for up to 3 months. Wrap each bar in parchment paper so that they don’t stick to each other and freeze stored in an airtight container or bag. Allow the bars to soften a bit at room temperature before eating them.
More healthy bars to try
Sugar Free Kit Kat
Ingredients
- 2 cups keto granola
- 1/2 cup mixed nuts
- 1/2 cup mixed seeds
- 1 1/2 cups sugar free chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup sugar free maple syrup *
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1 cup almond butter Can sub for any nut or seed butter
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, add your keto granola, mixed nuts, and seeds and mix well. Set aside.
- In a microwave-safe bowl or stovetop, combine your chocolate chips, sticky sweetener, coconut oil, and almond butter. Heat until melted.
- Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the dry and mix until fully incorporated.
- Pour the kit kat bar batter in a lined 10 x 10-inch pan. Using a spatula, spread out to an even layer. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, before slicing into bars.
To make it more like a kit Kat wouldn’t you pour a layer of the chocolate mixture without the granola/nuts included, then put a layer of the granola/nut mixture on top of the chocolate and continue layering ending with the chocolate on top like kit Kats? Am I overthinking it?
My favorite keto dessert ever. I use keto nut granola blueberry cinnamon from Costco for the granola. It’s by cereals in mine. Talk about easy. Thanks so much for a little bit of heaven.
hi there. I just made these and they’re wonderful. However, I made them with enjoy life chocolate chips, as they are the ones you’ve linked in your recipe. Enjoy life are not Keto though. You might want to adjust your hyperlink!
Thanks for that, sometimes the recipe card automates it. I try to also include links in the post itself with the specific ones. Thanks for trying it out, Rebecca!
Can you use regular butter instead of almond butter?
I haven’t tried it myself, but feel free to experiment and see- I’d love to hear how it turns out!
Hi There, I made these yesterday. I used grain free granola I made earlier using Keto approved ingredients. I had nuts on hand and all the other ingredients needed. I had my first small bar with w/ my coffee. They are delicious. I am storing the rest in the freezer and grabbing one for when I’m craving something sweet! Thank you.
You are so welcome, Arin!
Hi! Quick question, why are there 7, and not 5, ingredients on the recipe list?
Hi because the cereal/nuts/seeds are combined- you can use all 3 or just 1 of them, as I used myself. Enjoy.
Thanks!! 🙂
The picture of the bars doesn’t seem to have big nuts in them – did you chop the nuts/seeds/granola?
Hi Michelle! Sure are, I used crushed nuts and seeds, to make it easier to cut into bars.
Love these bars! I cut them in half ( less fat for me that way) & enjoy with cup of coffee! Freezing for treats during super bowl! 🤤☕️
What do they taste like?
Like Kit Kat Crunch bars.
What can i use instead of coconut oil? I try to avoid due to saturated fat.
I am allergic to coconut. Could I use EVOO?
Hi there, I’ve never tried an alternative- Your best trial would be butter/dairy free butter.
What’s the name of cereal you use?
Hi there, it is linked in the recipe card.
This is not Paleo. Granola is not paleo.
This is definitely paleo, the granola brand used is certified paleo. Enjoy.
How many bars does the recipe make?
Hi Christine! It makes 20 bars 🙂
how is this cereal considered Keto if it has maple syrup in it??
The cereal used is keto approved.
Where do you find sugar free choc chips in Australia?
I use “Well Naturally, No Sugar Chocolate”. You can buy the chocolate in 45g and 90g, available at Woolworths in the Health Food section. Coles also have it. Well Naturally use to have the chocolate chips but discontinued making the chips, due to poor sales. Hopefully they’ll start producing the chips again, so many people are going refined sugar free.
I chop the chocolate by hand or use a blender. Works perfectly.