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No-bake Chocolate Coconut Bars

These no-bake chocolate coconut bars are a quick and delicious treat, perfect for sharing or enjoying at home. They taste like a warm hug from the South with every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Coconut Layer
  • 3 cups unsweetened coconut shreds or flakes
  • 1 cup coconut oil, melted
  • to taste N/A natural sweetener of your choice e.g., maple syrup, honey, powdered erythritol, or monk fruit
Chocolate Layer
  • 1-2 cups unsweetened or keto chocolate chips

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Line an 8-inch square baking pan with wax paper or parchment paper and set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, add coconut flakes, melted coconut oil, and sweetener and mix well.
  3. Pour the coconut mixture into the prepared pan, pressing firmly to create a tightly packed layer.
  4. Freeze while preparing the chocolate layer.
Chocolate Layer
  1. Melt the chocolate chips using the double boiler method or microwave in 15-second increments.
  2. Pour melted chocolate over the coconut layer and smooth with a spatula.
  3. Sprinkle shredded coconut on top and return to the freezer for 1 to 2 hours to firm up.
Serving
  1. Slice into bars using a serrated knife and enjoy.

Notes

For best results, press the coconut layer firmly to ensure clean slicing. You can also store the bars in an airtight container in the freezer for up to a month or in the refrigerator for a week. Consider adding a pinch of sea salt, chopped toasted pecans, or nut butter for flavor variations.