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Chocolate Coconut Bars Recipe

Published: Apr 4, 2014 · Modified: Jul 19, 2019 · This post may contain affiliate links. · 7 Comments

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Healthy chocolate? This is pretty close! Try this simple Chocolate Coconut Bars Recipe for a delicious treat when that sweet tooth strikes. #vegan #glutenfree #dairyfreeHealthy chocolate? This is pretty close! Try this simple Chocolate Coconut Bars Recipe for a delicious treat when that sweet tooth strikes. #vegan #glutenfree #dairyfree

I have some very happy people. All I can do is keep singing…..

“Sometimes you feel like a nut, sometimes you don’t. Almond Joys have nuts, Mounds don’t.”

You are welcome for getting that stuck in your head too! These are like Homemade Mounds….but better! They are healthier! Yes, HEALTHIER! The ingredients to these candy bars are so simple you will wish you never saw the recipe. Because you can make them in minutes, from ingredients in your pantry. Making them the most accessible candy bar ever!

Healthy chocolate? This is pretty close! Try this simple Chocolate Coconut Bars Recipe for a delicious treat when that sweet tooth strikes. #vegan #glutenfree #dairyfree

What exactly makes these healthy?! The coconut oil! I am using Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil from Vitacost. You can use any brand. I have some posts coming in the near future about what I use coconut oil from, but you really should google all of the health benefits. This stuff is amazing!

Anyway, back to chocolate. You are going to melt 1 cup of coconut oil, it only take a couple seconds in the microwave.

Healthy chocolate? This is pretty close! Try this simple Chocolate Coconut Bars Recipe for a delicious treat when that sweet tooth strikes. #vegan #glutenfree #dairyfree

Mix it with 2 cups of unsweetened coconut and 1/4 cup of honey. See…no sugar!

Healthy chocolate? This is pretty close! Try this simple Chocolate Coconut Bars Recipe for a delicious treat when that sweet tooth strikes. #vegan #glutenfree #dairyfree

Once it is mixed press the coconut mixture into an 8×8 pan lined with parchment paper. Pop it into the freezer to set up. At this point I walked away to pick the kids up from school. You want to leave it in the freezer just long enough to firm up.

Now time for my favorite chocolate! Enjoy Life makes a delicious dairy free chocolate chip! Making them amazing for this Chocolate Coconut Bars recipe! Just melt them until smooth, and pour over the coconut base spreading it out evenly.

Healthy chocolate? This is pretty close! Try this simple Chocolate Coconut Bars Recipe for a delicious treat when that sweet tooth strikes. #vegan #glutenfree #dairyfree

I sprinkled a little extra coconut on the top too. 😉 I then popped the whole pan in the fridge for the chocolate to set up. When ready to serve just cut into 1 inch squares.

Healthy chocolate? This is pretty close! Try this simple Chocolate Coconut Bars Recipe for a delicious treat when that sweet tooth strikes. #vegan #glutenfree #dairyfree

Chocolate Coconut Bars

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cool Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings :64 - 1 inch pieces

Ingredients

  • 1 Cup Organic Extra Virgin Coconut oil
  • 2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 12 oz Semi sweet chocolate chips ( or dark )

Instructions

  • Warm coconut oil just until it becomes liquid.
  • Mix the shredded coconut and honey into the coconut oil, combining well.
  • Press mixture into an 8x8 pan lined with parchment paper and freeze or refrigerate until sold.
  • Heat chocolate chips in microwave at 50% power in 30 second intervals, stirring each time until completely melted.
  • Pour over coconut spreading evenly. Top with extra coconut if desired. Refrigerate for chocolate to set.
  • Cut into 1 inch squares and store in the fridge until ready to eat.
  • **Dairy Free** Use Ghirardelli semi sweet or other dairy free chocolate

Notes

Keto

Replace the honey with liquid stevia to taste. 
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Healthy chocolate? This is pretty close! Try this simple Chocolate Coconut Bars Recipe for a delicious treat when that sweet tooth strikes. #vegan #glutenfree #dairyfree

Small people were waiting in the shadows for the first piece 😉

Amanda Carlisle

Amanda is a busy mom of 3 that is constantly on the lookout for shortcuts to add more happiness to the day. She loves creating recipes, printables, DIY, and sharing family fun tips with you.

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  1. Natasha In Oz

    April 06, 2014 at 6:34 pm

    5 stars
    That looks totally amazing! I love coconut oil and cook with it a lot now.

    If you have a minute to spare I’d be thrilled if you could share this recipe at my weekly Say G’Day party. It’s on now and this would be a great addition!

    Best wishes,
    Natasha in Oz

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  2. cathy

    April 08, 2014 at 9:44 am

    I have been craving chocolate and coconut lately and have been on the hunt for great recipes! This looks amazing! So glad that I found it on Talent Show Tuesdays! Pinned!
    Cathy

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  3. Hanna Woeking

    April 08, 2014 at 5:14 pm

    These totally remind me of a version of a recipe I used to make for my Grandad when I was little. I really want to have a go! I think I might have a project for tomorrow!

    Reply
  4. Gentle Joy

    April 09, 2014 at 1:53 pm

    Wow, these look and sound so good….and very do-able. Thank you for posting this….my family loves coconut and chocolate. 🙂

    Reply
  5. Miz Helen

    April 12, 2014 at 11:16 am

    5 stars
    I love a great protein bar and your Chocolate Coconut Bar looks fantastic! Thank you so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday today, it is great to have you at the party. Hope you have a very special week and come back soon!
    Miz Helen

    Reply
  6. Karly

    April 12, 2014 at 9:57 pm

    I love coconut and these would be irresistible! Thanks for linking up with What’s Cookin’ Wednesday!

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  7. Rachel O.

    September 04, 2015 at 11:38 pm

    5 stars
    My dad loved these! The rest of us did, too! I can only imagine how many calories I consumed eating them, but it was worth every bite! At least it’s a healthy calorie, right?

    Reply

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