Description
Coconut Chocolate Bars are rich, chewy, and easy-to-make layered treats featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, gooey coconut filling, and a melty chocolate topping. Perfect for satisfying sweet cravings or sharing at gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 2 cups shredded sweetened coconut
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl. Press evenly into the bottom of the pan to form the crust.
- In another bowl, mix sweetened condensed milk, shredded coconut, vanilla extract, and salt. Spread evenly over the crust.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips over the top.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until edges are golden and chocolate is melted and glossy.
- Cool completely in the pan. Lift out using parchment paper and slice into squares.
Notes
- Use almond extract for a flavor twist.
- Add chopped almonds or pecans for crunch.
- Use gluten-free graham crackers for a GF version.
- Drizzle with white chocolate after baking for extra decadence.
- Store in fridge for firmer bars and longer shelf life.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
