Indulge in the irresistible combination of rich chocolate and sweet coconut with these homemade chocolate coconut bars. This delightful treat is easy to make and requires just a few simple ingredients.
Perfect for dessert lovers, these bars offer a chewy coconut filling coated in a luscious chocolate layer. Whether you’re preparing them for a special occasion or just craving a sweet homemade snack, these bars will satisfy your taste buds. They are gluten-free and can be made vegan-friendly with a few simple swaps. Follow this step-by-step recipe to create your own batch of delicious chocolate coconut bars.
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded coconut (unsweetened)
- ½ cup sweetened condensed milk (or coconut condensed milk for a vegan option)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil (melted)
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (for a natural sweetener)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup dark chocolate (chopped or chocolate chips)
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil (for melting chocolate)
Instructions
- Prepare the Coconut Mixture
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, melted coconut oil, honey or maple syrup, and salt.
- Stir well until the ingredients are fully incorporated and form a sticky, cohesive mixture.
- Shape the Bars
- Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Take small portions of the coconut mixture and shape them into rectangular bars. You can also press the mixture into a baking dish and cut it later.
- Place the shaped bars onto the tray and freeze for about 30 minutes or until firm.
- Melt the Chocolate
- In a heatproof bowl, add the chopped dark chocolate and 1 teaspoon of coconut oil.
- Melt the chocolate using a double boiler method or microwave in short 15-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
- Coat the Bars in Chocolate
- Once the coconut bars are firm, dip each bar into the melted chocolate using a fork or tongs.
- Ensure the bars are fully coated, then place them back on the parchment-lined tray.
- Allow any excess chocolate to drip off before setting them down.
- Set the Chocolate Coating
- Place the chocolate-coated bars back into the freezer for about 15-20 minutes until the chocolate is fully set.
- If desired, drizzle extra melted chocolate on top for decoration before chilling.
- Serve and Store
- Once set, your homemade chocolate coconut bars are ready to be enjoyed!
- Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze them for longer storage.