Homemade Coconut Mounds Bars
These Chocolate Coconut Bars bring the classic flavors of your favorite candy into an easy, homemade version.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 can 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla bean paste
- Pinch of salt
- 2 1/2 cups semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil optional
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla bean paste, and salt. Stir until thick and sticky.
- Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper and press the coconut mixture evenly into the pan. Freeze for 30 minutes.
- Lift the set coconut mixture from the pan and cut into 12 bars. Return bars to the freezer.
- Melt chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Dip each bar into the melted chocolate to coat all sides. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate dipped bars for 20 to 30 minutes until chocolate is set.
Notes
- Vegan chocolate chips can be used for a vegan option.
- Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.