Homemade Coconut Chocolate Bars Recipe
Ingredients
Coconut Filling
- 3 cups shredded coconut
- 1 can (14 oz / 395 g) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Chocolate Coating
- 2 cups milk chocolate or dark chocolate
- 1 tbsp coconut oil or butter (optional, for smoother coating)
Instructions
1. Make the Coconut Mixture
In a bowl, combine:
- shredded coconut
- sweetened condensed milk
- vanilla
- salt
Mix until thick and sticky.
2. Shape the Bars
Using your hands, form small logs/bars like in the photo.
Place them on a tray lined with parchment paper.
3. Freeze
Freeze for about 30–45 minutes until firm.
This helps them hold shape when dipping in chocolate.
4. Melt the Chocolate
Melt chocolate with coconut oil/butter:
- in the microwave (30-second intervals), or
- over a double boiler.
Stir until smooth.
5. Coat the Bars
Dip each frozen coconut bar into melted chocolate using forks/spoons.
Let excess chocolate drip off.
Place back on parchment paper.
6. Chill
Refrigerate for 15–20 minutes until chocolate hardens.
Optional Variations
- Add chopped almonds inside for an Almond Joy version
- Use dark chocolate for richer flavor
- Add a few drops of coconut extract for extra coconut taste
Storage
- Keep refrigerated up to 1 week
- Freeze up to 2 months
Enjoy cold for the best texture!