Mounds Candy Bars
Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistible homemade Mounds Candy Bars—an easy-to-make treat that's bursting with tropical coconut flavor and rich dark chocolate! Perfectly chewy and delightfully sweet, these classic candy bars are crafted from just five simple ingredients, including sweetened shredded coconut, creamy sweetened condensed milk, and smooth vanilla extract. Dipped in a luxurious chocolate coating, optionally enhanced with coconut oil for extra shine, these no-bake delights come together in under 30 minutes. Whether you're recreating a nostalgic favorite or looking for a quick dessert idea, these homemade Mounds bars are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Ideal for gifting, snacking, or holiday entertaining, they offer a decadent yet simple way to satisfy your chocolate-coconut cravings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups dark chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil (optional, for smoother chocolate coating)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweetened shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract. Mix until the ingredients are well incorporated and the mixture forms a thick, sticky dough.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using your hands, shape the coconut mixture into small rectangular bars, about 2 inches long and 1 inch wide. Place each bar onto the prepared baking sheet.
Once all the bars have been shaped, transfer the baking sheet to the freezer and let the bars chill for 15 to 20 minutes, or until firm.
While the bars are freezing, prepare the chocolate coating. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until smooth. If desired, stir in coconut oil to help thin the chocolate for coating.
Remove the coconut bars from the freezer. Using a fork, dip each bar into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated. Let any excess chocolate drip off before placing the coated bar back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
Repeat the process until all the bars are coated in chocolate. If necessary, reheat the chocolate in short intervals to maintain smoothness.
Allow the chocolate-coated bars to set at room temperature or place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for quicker setting.
Once the chocolate has hardened, your homemade Mounds bars are ready to enjoy! Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for longer shelf life.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4438 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 247.0 g | 317% | |
| Saturated Fat | 163.6 g | 818% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 103 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 972 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 566.1 g | 206% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 50.0 g | 179% | |
| Total Sugars | 448.0 g | ||
| Protein | 65.1 g | 130% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1220 mg | 94% | |
| Iron | 35.3 mg | 196% | |
| Potassium | 4057 mg | 86% | |
*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.
