Indulge in these Dark Chocolate Bounty Bars, a homemade take on the classic coconut-filled chocolate bars that are beloved around the world. Made with just a few wholesome ingredients, these bars feature a creamy coconut center coated in rich dark chocolate. They’re vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, and nut-free — perfect for anyone with dietary restrictions or for those who prefer a healthier spin on a decadent treat. (Nadia’s Healthy Kitchen)
These bars are easy to make, incredibly satisfying, and much fresher than store-bought alternatives. With just five main ingredients and simple steps, you’ll have a delicious dessert or snack in no time. (Nadia’s Healthy Kitchen)
Why You’ll Love These Dark Chocolate Bounty Bars
- Only five ingredients needed
- Vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, and nut-free dessert
- Rich dark chocolate with a moist coconut center
- Simple to make — great for cooks of all levels
- Easily customizable (milk chocolate or different sweeteners) (Nadia’s Healthy Kitchen)
Recipe Overview
- Course: Dessert / Snack
- Cuisine: International
- Dietary: Vegan, Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Freeze Time: 1–2 hours
- Yields: ~12 bars
- Calories: ~187 kcal per bar (Nadia’s Healthy Kitchen)
Ingredients
- 160 g desiccated coconut
- 100 g full-fat coconut milk (solid part only)*
- 3 tbsp full-fat coconut milk (liquid part)*
- 4 tbsp maple syrup
- ¼ tsp salt
- 150 g dark chocolate, melted (Nadia’s Healthy Kitchen)
*Chill a can of full-fat coconut milk overnight and scoop out the solid cream that rises to the top. (Nadia’s Healthy Kitchen)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Blend the Coconut Filling
Add the desiccated coconut, solid coconut milk, liquid coconut milk, maple syrup, and salt to a food processor.
Blend until the mixture becomes relatively smooth and sticks together. (Nadia’s Healthy Kitchen)
2. Shape the Bars
Use clean hands to form the coconut mixture into 10–12 bar shapes.
Place them on a baking sheet or cutting board lined with parchment paper. (Nadia’s Healthy Kitchen)
3. Freeze to Set
Freeze the shaped bars for 1–2 hours — this helps them firm up so the chocolate coating sets properly. (Nadia’s Healthy Kitchen)
4. Coat with Chocolate
Melt the dark chocolate in a heat-safe bowl.
Dip each frozen coconut bar into the melted chocolate to coat fully, then place back onto the parchment paper. (Nadia’s Healthy Kitchen)
5. Chill Until Set
Refrigerate the bars until the chocolate hardens. Once fully set, they’re ready to enjoy! (Nadia’s Healthy Kitchen)
Serving & Storage
- Serve chilled or at room temperature as a delicious snack or dessert.
- Store bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- These bars also freeze well if you want to make a larger batch ahead of time. (Nadia’s Healthy Kitchen)
Tips for Best Results
- Choose a high-quality dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa solids) for rich flavor. (Nadia’s Healthy Kitchen)
- Swap maple syrup for honey, agave, or rice syrup if preferred. (Nadia’s Healthy Kitchen)
- For a sweeter version, use milk chocolate instead of dark chocolate. (Nadia’s Healthy Kitchen)
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Dark Chocolate Bounty Bars
Ingredients
For the Coconut Filling
- 160 g desiccated coconut
- 100 g full-fat coconut milk (solid part only) *Chill a can of full-fat coconut milk overnight and scoop out the solid cream that rises to the top.
- 3 tbsp full-fat coconut milk (liquid part) *Note: Use the liquid from the chilled coconut milk.
- 4 tbsp maple syrup
- ¼ tsp salt
For Coating
- 150 g dark chocolate, melted Choose high-quality dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa solids) for rich flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Add the desiccated coconut, solid coconut milk, liquid coconut milk, maple syrup, and salt to a food processor. Blend until the mixture becomes relatively smooth and sticks together.
Shaping
- Use clean hands to form the coconut mixture into 10–12 bar shapes. Place them on a baking sheet or cutting board lined with parchment paper.
Freezing
- Freeze the shaped bars for 1–2 hours — this helps them firm up so the chocolate coating sets properly.
Coating
- Melt the dark chocolate in a heat-safe bowl. Dip each frozen coconut bar into the melted chocolate to coat fully, then place back onto the parchment paper.
Setting
- Refrigerate the bars until the chocolate hardens. Once fully set, they’re ready to enjoy!
