Description
Easy no-bake chocolate coconut bars (homemade Bounty bars) made with just 5 ingredients. Sweet coconut filling covered in smooth chocolate!
Ingredients
For the Coconut Filling:
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- 3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
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- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
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- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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- Pinch of salt
For the Chocolate Coating:
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- 2 1/2 cups semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
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- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional, for smoother coating)
Instructions
In your mixing bowl, stir together the shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla, and salt until everything is completely combined.
Line your 8×8 pan with parchment paper, letting it hang over the edges. Press the coconut mixture evenly into the pan, packing it down firmly with your hands or the back of a spoon. Pop it in the freezer for 30 minutes to firm up.
Once firm, lift the whole thing out using the parchment paper overhang. Use a sharp knife to cut into 12-16 bars, depending on how big you like them. Return the bars to the freezer while you prepare the chocolate.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine your chocolate chips and coconut oil if using. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring after each, until completely melted and smooth.
Line a baking sheet with fresh parchment paper. Working with one bar at a time, use a fork to dip each bar into the melted chocolate, coating all sides. Tap the fork gently against the bowl to let excess chocolate drip off, then place on the prepared sheet.
Once all bars are dipped, refrigerate them for 20-30 minutes until the chocolate is completely set and no longer tacky. Then they’re ready to enjoy!
Notes
Press the filling firmly into the pan so the bars hold together
Use a hot knife to cut cleaner bars – just run it under hot water and dry between cuts
If the chocolate coating seems too thick, add another 1/2 tablespoon of coconut oil
Work quickly when dipping – if the chocolate starts to set, zap it for another 10 seconds
For a fancier look, drizzle melted white chocolate over the set bars
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake