Description
These Coconut Bars are a delicious and healthy treat made with unsweetened desiccated coconut, creamy coconut cream, and a sugar-free syrup, baked to golden perfection and finished with a rich drizzle of dark chocolate. Perfect for those seeking a low-sugar, dairy-free dessert that’s both easy to prepare and satisfyingly indulgent.
Ingredients
Scale
Bars
- 3 cups desiccated coconut, unsweetened
- ⅓ cup coconut cream
- ½ cup sugar-free syrup
- 4 tablespoons coconut oil
Topping
- 1 oz dark or sugar-free chocolate (minimum 85% cocoa solids)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it is ready for baking the coconut bars evenly.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the desiccated coconut, coconut cream, sugar-free syrup, and coconut oil. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated into a sticky mixture.
- Prepare Baking Pan: Line a baking pan with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat, then spread the coconut mixture evenly across the surface, pressing it down gently to form a compact layer.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes or until the bars turn a beautiful golden color around the edges, indicating they are cooked through.
- Chocolate Drizzle: While the bars cool, melt the dark or sugar-free chocolate using a double boiler or microwave in short bursts. Once melted, drizzle the chocolate evenly over the cooled bars to add a rich finishing touch.
- Serve: After the chocolate has set slightly, cut the coconut slab into 12 squares and serve as a delightful snack or dessert.
Notes
- For best results, use high-quality unsweetened desiccated coconut to avoid excess moisture.
- Sugar-free syrup can be replaced with any low-calorie sweetener syrup based on your preference.
- Pressing the mixture firmly into the pan ensures the bars hold together well after baking.
- You can substitute dark chocolate with a brighter flavor like white chocolate if not concerned about sugar content.
- Store leftover bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
