Description
Delicious and easy-to-make homemade chocolate bars using simple, wholesome ingredients like coconut oil, cocoa powder, and natural sweeteners. Perfect for a healthy treat, customizable with optional nuts, dried fruits, or shredded coconut toppings, and ready in about an hour.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- ½ cup coconut oil, melted
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup (or honey)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
Optional Add-Ins
- Chopped nuts
- Dried fruit
- Shredded coconut
- A sprinkle of sea salt for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the Dish: Line a small baking dish (8×4 inches or similar) with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the chocolate bars once they are set.
- Mix the Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted coconut oil, unsweetened cocoa powder, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt until the mixture is completely smooth and well combined.
- Pour and Spread: Transfer the chocolate mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula to create a uniform layer.
- Add Toppings (Optional): Sprinkle your choice of chopped nuts, dried fruit, shredded coconut, or a little extra sea salt on top of the chocolate mixture for added texture and flavor.
- Chill to Set: Place the baking dish in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, allowing the chocolate mixture to harden completely.
- Cut into Bars: Once the chocolate has set, carefully lift it out of the dish using the parchment paper, then cut into bars or squares of your desired size.
- Store: Keep the chocolate bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will stay fresh for up to two weeks.
Notes
- For a sweeter taste, adjust the amount of maple syrup or honey according to your preference.
- Use high-quality unsweetened cocoa powder for the best chocolate flavor.
- The bars must be stored in the refrigerator to maintain their firmness because of the coconut oil.
- Feel free to customize by adding nuts, dried fruits, or seeds to make your bars more nutritious and textured.
- This recipe is naturally gluten free and can be made vegan by using maple syrup instead of honey.
