Mediterranean Diet Homemade Almond Joy
Indulge guilt-free with this Mediterranean Diet Homemade Almond Joy recipe—a healthier twist on the classic candy bar! Crafted with simple, wholesome ingredients like unsweetened shredded coconut, almond butter, dark chocolate, and a touch of honey, this treat perfectly balances richness and natural sweetness. Each bar is topped with a whole almond for crunch and coated in luscious, antioxidant-rich dark chocolate, making it a nutrient-packed dessert that satisfies your sweet tooth without compromising your health goals. Ready in just 20 minutes with zero cooking required, it's an ideal choice for clean-eating enthusiasts or anyone seeking a gluten-free, Mediterranean-inspired snack. Store these delectable bars in the fridge for up to two weeks to enjoy a delicious burst of coconut-chocolate flavors whenever cravings strike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsweetened shredded coconut
- 0.25 cup Almond butter
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 12 whole Almonds
- 3.5 ounces Dark chocolate (70-85% cacao)
- 0.125 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine the unsweetened shredded coconut, almond butter, honey, melted coconut oil, sea salt, and vanilla extract. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
Using your hands, take about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and form it into a small rectangular shape, similar to a candy bar.
Place each formed coconut bar onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Once all bars are formed, gently press one whole almond onto the top of each bar.
Place the baking sheet in the freezer for about 15 minutes to allow the mixture to firm up.
While the bars are chilling, melt the dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
Remove the chilled bars from the freezer. Using a fork, dip each bar into the melted dark chocolate, making sure it is fully coated.
Let any excess chocolate drip off before placing the bars back onto the parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
Once all bars are coated, give them a light sprinkle of sea salt (if desired) for an extra flavor boost.
Return the tray to the refrigerator for 10 minutes, or until the chocolate is set.
Store the homemade Almond Joy bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Enjoy this delicious, Mediterranean-inspired treat with a focus on wholesome ingredients!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2050 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 165.5 g | 212% | |
| Saturated Fat | 99.4 g | 497% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 347 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 117.1 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.6 g | 120% | |
| Total Sugars | 70.0 g | ||
| Protein | 30.2 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 303 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 17.9 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 1672 mg | 36% | |
*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.
