Chocolate and coconut are such an underrated combination that we really need to appreciate more. They are often used in tons of candy bars, including bounty bars or almond joy bars. We took our own spin on them, too, adapting our popular coconut bars by giving them a chocolate-covered makeover!
Why you’ll love this recipe
Easy. Mix the simple ingredients, press them into a lined pan, and refrigerate! It’s incredibly easy. Delicious. Like chocolate coconut balls or coconut brownies, the chewy, chocolaty, and coconutty will leave you craving it repeatedly. Healthier. No flour, wheat, or grains are needed, and these bars are naturally sweetened, too! Perfect for any time of the day. Enjoy them as an afternoon pick-me-up or a sweet dessert after a satisfying meal.
Ingredients needed
Shredded coconut. Gives the bars their characteristic coconut flavor and texture. Maple syrup. A natural sweetener to sweeten the bars. Honey or agave can also be used. Coconut oil. A neutral-flavored oil binds the ingredients together and improves texture. You can use butter if you’d prefer to. Water. Thins out the mixture and helps it to spread easily. Chocolate. Melted, to coat the bars.
How to make chocolate coconut bars
Tips to make the best recipe
Use unsweetened shredded coconut. If you like an intense coconut flavor, use unsweetened shredded coconut. It also prevents them from becoming too sweet. Add some chopped nuts. For a crunchy texture, you can mix your favorite chopped nuts in the mixture. Don’t overheat the chocolate. Overheating or melting the chocolate quickly will make it grainy and affect the final texture of the bars. Allow the bars to cool completely. Let the bars cool completely before cutting them. This will help them hold their shape.
Storage instructions
To store. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 10 days. To freeze. Wrap each bar individually in plastic wrap, then place all the bars in a freezer-safe container or zip-top bag and freeze for up to 6 months.
Recommended tools to make this recipe
Food processor. For the mixing of all the ingredients into a smooth mixture. Spatula. To spread the mixture into the pan. Sharp knife. A must for any good kitchen, and to slice the bars cleanly.
More chocolate covered bars to try
Pecan pie bars Chocolate chip cookie bars Protein bars
