In the mood for something sweet, smooth, and filled with cacao—YET afraid it won’t fit your healthy diet? These Weight Watchers Twix Jars are going to help you out a lot. These jars were designed after the classic candy bar, so they have layers of cookie crumble, caramel, and chocolate, all added up to a dessert worth your Weight Watchers points. Twix snack bites give you all the excitement in a way that’s a bit healthier and smarter. Whether you are at a party, doing some meal prep for desserts, or on a snack break, these Weight Watchers Twix Jars will hit the spot without any problems.
STATS INFORMATION:
- Calories: 160 per jar
- Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Serving size: 1 small jar
- Cook time: 0 minutes
- Cuisine: American
- Total time: 15 minutes + chilling
- Course: Dessert
- Diet: Weight Watchers Friendly
- Serving: 4 jars
EQUIPMENT:
- Four little cups or jars
- Bowls for mixing
- A spatula or spoon
- A rolling pin and a zip-top bag, or a food processor
- Measurement spoons and cups
- Small saucepan (caramel optional)
INGREDIENTS:
For the cookie layer:
- 6 low-fat graham cracker sheets (or light digestive biscuits)
- 1 tablespoon light butter or margarine (melted)
For the caramel layer:
- ¼ cup fat-free Greek yogurt
- 1½ tablespoons sugar-free caramel sauce
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup (optional)
- For the chocolate layer:
- 3 tablespoons sugar-free chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon plant-based milk (or low-fat milk)
Optional toppings:
- A pinch of sea salt
- Crushed graham crackers or light whipped topping
INGREDIENTS NOTES:
Graham crackers:
- The cookie crunch is made by the graham crackers at the bottom. Whole grain or lower-fat options are better for staying healthy.
Butter:
- Butter has just the right amount to bind the mixture and play the role of the shortbread part in a Twix bar.
Greek yogurt:
- Greek yogurt thickens the topping without giving you too many calories.
Caramel sauce:
- Many low-point diets feature caramel sauce, and many sugar-free versions are widely available. They are usually available in grocery stores.
Chocolate chips:
- Use sugar-free or dark chocolate chips in place of normal chips. Melting them quickly makes the cookies taste great and rich in chocolate.
Milk:
- A little bit of milk smoothens the mixing of the chocolate. Dairy and non-dairy milks are both fine.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Make the cookie layer for the trifle. Put the graham crackers in your food processor to break them up.
- Mix the melted butter into the cookie mixture.
- Scoop out the mixture equally into the glasses or jars.
- Push the ingot to form a solid and uniform surface.
- Put the sugar-free caramel sauce, Greek yogurt, and maple syrup into a bowl and mix them together.
- Try a bit and decide if you want to add more sugar.
- Pour an amount of the caramel-yogurt mixture into every jar.
- Sprinkle the filling gently with the back of a spoon.
- Heat together the chocolate chips and the milk.
- Either cook for 20 seconds at a time in the microwave or gently reheat over low heat on the stove.
- Keep mixing until the sauce is shiny and silky.
- Cover the caramel layer by pouring on the melted chocolate.
- Apply it on the skin carefully. A pinch of sea salt will make it tastier.
- Put the jars in the fridge for half an hour. Freeze for longer to create a harder ice.
- Keep your Weight Watchers Twix Jars cold and add whipped topping if you wish.
TIPS:
- Put desserts into mini mason jars or similar containers with lids to enjoy on the go.
- Let the jars chill longer if you want firmer gelato for hot weather!
- Triple the recipe so that you have enough for eating and for tomorrow’s sweet cravings.
- Make the chocolate layer with a sugar-free chocolate hazelnut spread to get a unique taste.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- You can store your Twix jars in the freezer for the next four days. To maintain freshness must keep them covered with plastic wrap.
FREEZER:
- You can keep them for the following month if you wish to keep them for a long time. Before serving, thaw in the fridge overnight. Must remember the texture may change a little bit after freezing.
FAQs:
Is it possible to remove dairy?
- Yes! Serve those who are vegan with Greek-style yogurt and plant-based milk.
Is the recipe as low in points as it claims to be?
- Yes! Light crackers, sugar-free sauce and Greek yogurt are used in every dieter’s jar. Make the recipe work for your particular diet plan.
May I use another kind of base?
- Absolutely. Oats, almond flour or another low-point cereal can be used instead of the usual graham crust.
How big should the jar be?
- Keeping points low and portions controlled is best done with 4 oz jars or single-serving dessert cups.
Do these books work for kids?
- Definitely! They are tasty, easy to enjoy, and healthier than other common candy types.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 160
Carbs: 18g
Iron: 0.8mg
Total carbs: 18g
Vitamin A: 50 IU
Fiber: 2g
Calcium: 60mg
Protein: 6g
Iron: 0.8mg
Serving size: 1 jar
Sodium: 90mg
Serving: 4
Potassium: 180mg