Best No-Bake Vegan Snickers Recipe (Tastes Like the Real Thing!)

If you want a Snickers bar that’s creamy, nutty, chocolatey, and just as satisfying as the store-bought version – but without dairy, refined sugar, or baking – this no-bake vegan Snickers recipe is exactly what you’re looking for. It’s rich enough to feel indulgent, yet made from simple, plant-based ingredients you can find in most supermarkets.

The base is a chewy almond “nougat,” topped with a smooth caramel made from Medjool dates, scattered with roasted peanuts, and coated in a silky vegan chocolate shell. The best part? You can prep the entire batch in under 30 minutes of hands-on time, and they set in the freezer while you get on with your day.

I started making this after realizing how often I craved the taste of a Snickers but didn’t want the sugar crash. My first few attempts were too crumbly or too sweet, but with a bit of trial and error, this version nailed the texture and flavor balance — and every time I’ve brought them to a gathering, people are shocked they’re vegan and no-bake.

No-Bake Vegan Snickers Bars

If you want a Snickers bar that’s creamy, nutty, chocolatey, and just as satisfying as the store-bought version - but without dairy, refined sugar, or baking - this recipe is exactly what you need.

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Prep Time 25 minutes mins

Freezing Time 1 hour hr 20 minutes mins

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine Vegan

Servings 12 bars

Calories 260 kcal

Equipment

• Loaf tin (8×4 in / 20×10 cm) - or use a small square baking pan
• Parchment paper
• Mixing bowl
• Spoon or spatula
• Food processor or high-speed blender
• Small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl for melting chocolate
• Knife for slicing bars
• Fork or dipping tool for chocolate coating

Ingredients

  

Nougat Base

• 1 cup almond flour
• 2 tbsp almond butter
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
• Pinch of salt

Caramel Layer

• 1 cup pitted Medjool dates
• 2-3 tbsp warm water
• 2 tbsp peanut butter
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Peanut Topping

• ½ cup roasted peanuts unsalted or lightly salted

Chocolate Coating

• 200 g dark vegan chocolate, chopped
• 1 tbsp coconut oil

Instructions

 

• Prepare the Nougat Base

  In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, almond butter, maple syrup, and a pinch of salt.

  Mix until a dough-like consistency forms.

  Press mixture firmly into a parchment-lined loaf tin, smoothing the surface with the back of a spoon.
  
• Make the Date Caramel

  In a food processor, blend Medjool dates, warm water, peanut butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until completely smooth.

  Scrape down sides as needed.

  Spread caramel evenly over the nougat base.
  
• Add the Peanuts

  Sprinkle roasted peanuts evenly over the caramel layer.

  Gently press them in so they adhere.
  
• Freeze Until Firm

  Place tin in the freezer for at least 1 hour until layers are firm enough to slice.
  
• Slice and Coat in Chocolate

  Remove from freezer and lift slab out using parchment.

  Cut into bars.

  Melt chocolate with coconut oil using a double boiler or microwave in 20–30 second bursts, stirring between intervals.

  Dip each bar in chocolate, allowing excess to drip off, then place on a parchment-lined tray.
  
• Set and Store

  Freeze coated bars for 15–20 minutes until chocolate hardens.

  Store in an airtight container in the fridge (up to 2 weeks) or freezer (up to 3 months).
  

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Notes

Cooking Tips

• Use fresh, soft Medjool dates for the best caramel texture. If using drier dates, soak in warm water for 10 minutes first.
• Always line your tin with parchment for easy removal and neat slices.
• Don’t skip the freezing step before slicing — it keeps the caramel layer from squishing out.
• Keep uncoated bars in the freezer while you dip others to prevent melting.
• For a richer taste, use 85% dark chocolate.

Keyword Candy Bar, Healthy Dessert, No Bake Recipes, Snickers Copycat, Vegan

Texture and Flavor Notes

A good vegan Snickers should have three main textural contrasts:

Using Medjool dates ensures the caramel stays soft even when refrigerated. Almond flour in the nougat gives structure without baking, and a touch of maple syrup adds moisture and natural sweetness.

Variations You Can Try

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• Nut-Free: Use sunflower seed butter instead of almond or peanut butter, and swap peanuts for toasted pumpkin seeds.
• Extra Crunchy: Mix crushed peanuts into the caramel for more texture.
• Salted Caramel: Sprinkle flaky sea salt over the caramel before adding peanuts.
• Low Sugar: Use 85–90% dark chocolate for the coating and slightly reduce the maple syrup in the base.

Bottom Line

These no-bake vegan Snickers bars prove you do not need dairy, refined sugar, or an oven to enjoy a candy bar that tastes just as good as – if not better than – the original. For another effortless dessert, a no-bake cheesecake recipe can be just as satisfying and simple to prepare.

With a soft almond nougat, rich date caramel, crunchy peanuts, and silky dark chocolate, they deliver all the texture and flavor you remember, in a lighter, plant-based form you can feel good about eating.

Once you make a batch, you might never go back to the packaged version again.

Leo Mcintyre

I’m Leo McIntyre, and my love for cooking was born in my grandmother’s kitchen, where I discovered the magic of traditional Southern recipes. Inspired by her passion and the flavors of my childhood, I started SouthernParm to share these treasured family dishes and keep the rich culinary traditions of the South alive for everyone to enjoy.