Indulge in the ultimate dairy-free delight with these Vegan Chocolate Ice Cream Bars with Nuts—rich, creamy, and irresistibly satisfying! Made with full-fat coconut milk and sweetened naturally with pure maple syrup, these bars achieve a luscious texture without the need for dairy. The decadent blend of cocoa powder and vegan dark chocolate chips creates a deep chocolate flavor, while a generous layer of crunchy mixed nuts, including almonds, hazelnuts, and cashews, adds a satisfying contrast. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this easy recipe is perfect for creating a freezer-friendly treat that’s both indulgent and wholesome. Whether you enjoy them as-is or with an optional drizzle of melted chocolate, these homemade vegan ice cream bars are a crowd-pleaser for everyone.
In a medium saucepan, combine the coconut milk, cocoa powder, and maple syrup. Place over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture is smooth and begins to simmer. Remove from heat.
Stir in the vegan dark chocolate chips, vanilla extract, and salt into the warm coconut milk mixture. Continue stirring until the chocolate chips have completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then pour it evenly into ice cream bar molds.
Evenly distribute the chopped mixed nuts into each mold, gently pressing down so they are fully submerged in the chocolate mixture.
Insert sticks into the molds, ensuring they are centered.
Place molds in the freezer for at least 4 hours, or until fully set.
To remove bars from the molds, briefly run warm water over the outsides of the molds to loosen.
Once removed, optionally drizzle with a mixture of melted coconut oil and additional vegan chocolate chips if desired, for extra chocolaty coating.
Return any remaining bars to the freezer to set for a few additional minutes if they become soft while unmolding.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
Calories |
3299 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 262.8 g | 337% | |
| Saturated Fat | 166.5 g | 832% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 687 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 250.7 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 47.8 g | 171% | |
| Total Sugars | 166.1 g | ||
| Protein | 51.3 g | 103% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 476 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 38.2 mg | 212% | |
| Potassium | 3479 mg | 74% | |
*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.