Caribbean Coco Almond Bars
Transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with these Caribbean Coco Almond Bars, a wholesome snack bursting with bold flavors and delightful textures. Made with toasted unsweetened shredded coconut, whole almonds, rolled oats, and a hint of lime zest, these bars are the perfect balance of nutty crunch and zesty sweetness. Naturally sweetened with honey and brown sugar, they’re a guilt-free treat that can be customized with optional dark chocolate chips for an extra indulgence. Easy to prepare in under 40 minutes, these bars are ideal for on-the-go snacking or as a satisfying dessert. Plus, they store well, making them a convenient make-ahead option for busy weeks. Whether you’re savoring them on a beachside picnic or packing them for an office break, these Caribbean-inspired bars bring sunshine to every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup whole almonds
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 0.25 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 0.5 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving overhangs on two sides for easy removal.
Spread the shredded coconut and almonds on a baking sheet. Toast them in the oven for 5-7 minutes, stirring once halfway, until golden and fragrant. Remove from the oven and let cool.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the toasted coconut, almonds, rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, and salt.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, honey, vanilla extract, and lime zest until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is evenly coated and holds together when pressed.
If using dark chocolate chips, fold them into the mixture.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Press it firmly and evenly into the pan using the back of a spoon or a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan. This will help them firm up for easy slicing.
Once cooled, lift the bars out using the parchment paper overhangs. Slice into 12 equal bars and store in an airtight container for up to 5 days at room temperature or up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4076 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 290.8 g | 373% | |
| Saturated Fat | 160.2 g | 801% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 258 mg | 86% | |
| Sodium | 680 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 349.7 g | 127% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 58.9 g | 210% | |
| Total Sugars | 185.1 g | ||
| Protein | 68.1 g | 136% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 643 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 25.8 mg | 143% | |
| Potassium | 2967 mg | 63% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
