Description
Indulge in these chewy, coconut-rich bars topped with glossy chocolate, bringing a taste of tropical comfort right to your hands.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup shredded coconut (unsweetened preferred)
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips (semisweet or dark)
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Press the mixture into a lined square baking dish and refrigerate for about 30 minutes until firm.
- Melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil together in a microwave or a double boiler until smooth.
- Pour the melted chocolate over the coconut layer and spread evenly.
- Refrigerate for another hour or until the chocolate is set.
- Cut into bars and serve.
Notes
These bars are calorie-dense and high in saturated fat due to coconut and chocolate; enjoy in moderation. Press the coconut layer firmly to maintain shape when sliced.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 3mg