Healthier Almond Joy Bars
Something that definitely brings some JOY into my life are these healthier almond joy candy bars! They were one of my absolute favorites growing up so I decided to make my own version without all the processed ingredients! They are made with 6 simple clean ingredients and are paleo and vegan friendly! They really do taste like the real thing and maybe even better!
Equipment
- 1 silicone bar mold or 8x8 baking dish.
Ingredients
- 3 cups shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup coconut cream
- 2 tbsp melted coconut oil
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips
- A few almonds
Instructions
- In a food processor, add the shredded coconut, maple syrup, coconut cream, and melted coconut. Process for a couple of minutes until everything is combined well.
- Scoop the coconut mixture into some silicone bar molds and press down evenly.(You can use an 8x8 baking dish lined with parchment paper too.)
- Top each coconut bar with a couple almonds and placed in the freezer for 2 hours.
- Take the bar mold or dish out of the freezer and carefully take each coconut bar out of the molds.(You will need to use a knife to cut them if using a baking dish.)
- Melt the chocolate chips in a bow in the microwave in 30-second increments. Dip each coconut bar in the chocolate using a fork and then place it on a parchment paper lined tray.
- Once the chocolate is set, cut off any access chocolate around the edges. store in an air-tight container and EnJOY!