Heart-Healthy Homemade Almond Joy
Indulge your sweet tooth while staying true to a healthy lifestyle with these Heart-Healthy Homemade Almond Joy bars! This guilt-free twist on the classic candy combines wholesome ingredients like unsweetened shredded coconut, pure maple syrup, and antioxidant-rich dark chocolate (70% cacao or higher) for a treat that's as nourishing as it is delicious. With a simple no-bake approach, you’ll craft perfectly chewy coconut bars, each crowned with a crunchy almond and enrobed in luscious dark chocolate. A sprinkle of sea salt adds just the right touch of sophistication and balance to every bite. Ready in under an hour, these delightful bars are perfect for meal prep, afternoon snacks, or dessert. Plus, they’re vegan-friendly, gluten-free, and naturally sweetened—making them a better-for-you alternative everyone will love. Refrigerate or freeze to keep these treats fresh and convenient whenever your chocolate cravings strike!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 5 ounces dark chocolate (70% cacao or higher)
- 16 pieces whole almonds
- 1 pinch sea salt
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the unsweetened shredded coconut, melted coconut oil, pure maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture is well-combined and holds together.
Step 2
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Form the coconut mixture into small, rectangular bars, approximately 2 inches in length, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 3
Press one almond gently into the top of each coconut bar, ensuring it slightly sticks into the coconut mixture. Place the baking sheet in the freezer for 15 minutes to firm up.
Step 4
Meanwhile, melt the dark chocolate using a double boiler or in the microwave in short bursts, stirring frequently until smooth.
Step 5
Remove the coconut bars from the freezer. Dip each bar into the melted dark chocolate using a fork, ensuring each bar is completely coated, then returning it to the parchment-lined sheet.
Step 6
If desired, sprinkle a small pinch of sea salt on top of each chocolate-covered bar for an added flavor boost.
Step 7
Place the bars back into the freezer for an additional 30 minutes, or until the chocolate is set and firm.
Step 8
Store the Heart-Healthy Homemade Almond Joy bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, or in the freezer for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (317.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1880.2 |
| Total Fat 151.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 106.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 234.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 117.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 32.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 65.6g | |
| Protein 21.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 204.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 21.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1724.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories