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Close up of Almond joy candy bars on a parchment paper lined sheet.

Healthy Homemade Almond Joy Bars

Healthy Homemade Almond Joy Bars have the perfect blend of a sweet coconut filling, crunchy almonds, and smooth dark chocolate. They're a great alternative to store bought candy!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 15 Bars
Calories 233 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Food Processor

Ingredients
  

Coconut Bar

  • 2 Cups Unsweetened Shredded Coconut
  • ⅓ Cup Coconut Oil
  • ¼ Cup Coconut Flour Do not pack it into the cup.
  • ¼ Cup Honey You can also use maple syrup.
  • 2 Teaspoons Vanilla Extract
  • ¼ Teaspoon Salt

Toppings

  • ⅓ Cup Raw Almonds
  • 1 Cup Dark Chocolate Chips Melted with a teaspoon of coconut oil.

Instructions
 

Coconut Layer

  • Start by adding the coconut flour, coconut oil, shredded coconut, salt, vanilla extract and honey into the food processor. Blend until a sticky dough forms.
  • Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to create a similar size for each candy bar. Place on a parchment paper lined baking sheet or large plate.
  • Then use your hands to shape the coconut mixture into the classic candy bar shape. Top with two almonds then place in the freezer to set.

Putting it all together

  • Melt the chocolate chips in the microwave in 15-20 increments with about a teaspoon of coconut oil until smooth.
  • Next, dip each coconut bar into the melted chocolate with a fork. Let the excess chocolate drip off then place on a parchment paper lined plate or baking sheet.
  • Refrigerate or freeze for 5-20 minutes or until the chocolate has set.

Notes

Helpful Tips

  • I used a silicone candy bar mold for this recipe, but you can also make them in a 8x8 glass baking dish. (Cut them after they've cooled.) The mold makes 40 mini candy bars!
  • If you're allergic to nuts, you can skip the almonds!
  • I purchase the almonds in bulk because I use them in a lot of my recipes! It's a lot cheaper to get them this way.
  • Make sure to let the coconut layer set before pour over the chocolate.
  • If you want the candy bars to be completely coated in chocolate, remove them from the mold and dip them right into the chocolate bowl. Use a fork so the excess chocolate can drip off.
  • You can roll the coconut mixture into balls and drizzle chocolate on top for a fun twist!
  • Melt the chocolate in 20 second increments in the microwave. You can also use a double boiler on the stovetop!
  • If you don't have chocolate chips, you can use a dark chocolate bar!

How to store leftovers

Leftover candy bars can be stored in the refrigerator or freezer. I prefer the freezer because they will last for months! (And frozen chocolate tastes amazing!) Make sure to cover the container with an air tight lid.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 233kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.001gCholesterol: 0.1mgSodium: 61mgPotassium: 170mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 49mgIron: 1mg
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