Chocolate Coconut Bars
Delicious and visually appealing Chocolate Coconut Bars made with shredded coconut, coconut oil, maple syrup, and coated in chocolate.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups unsweetened shredded coconut Use unsweetened for better control of sweetness.
- 1/2 cup melted coconut oil
- 3/4 cup maple syrup Can substitute with honey or agave syrup.
- 1 cup your favorite chocolate Dark, milk, or white chocolate can be used.
Instructions
Preparation
- Clean your workspace and gather all ingredients and tools.
- Line an 8 x 8-inch pan with parchment paper.
- In a food processor, blend the shredded coconut, melted coconut oil, and maple syrup until combined.
- Press the mixture evenly into the lined pan.
- Refrigerate for at least an hour to firm up.
Assembly
- Once set, slice the mixture into bars.
- Melt the chocolate and dip each bar in it, covering them completely.
- Lay the chocolate-coated bars on a lined plate and return to the refrigerator.
- Let the chocolate harden before serving.
Notes
These bars can be served on a dessert platter or gifted. They last up to two weeks in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Consider adding chopped nuts for extra crunch.