The coconut and chocolate bars are the perfect idea when you crave a fresh, delicious, and light snack, ready in no time with just a few genuine ingredients.
No condensed milk, no excessive sugars, just shredded coconut, dark chocolate, sweet Greek yogurt, and a drizzle of honey to bind it all gently.
They are a versatile and balanced snack, perfect at any time of the day: for breakfast, post-workout, or as a healthy break between commitments. They have a pleasantly creamy texture, perfectly matching the crunch of the chocolate coating, and satisfy with every bite.
Their strong point? They are made in just a few minutes and without cooking. Just mix, shape, and let them cool. In no time, you will have a homemade snack without preservatives and too many sugars.
Moreover, coconut bars are incredibly versatile: you can choose the coating you prefer, from intense dark to milk or white chocolate, to suit your taste or change it each time.
This delicious dessert combines simplicity and flavor in a healthy and natural version. If you’re looking for a quick yet curated snack, they’re the right answer.
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very inexpensive
- Rest time: 1 Hour
- Preparation time: 5 Minutes
- Portions: 10 Pieces
- Cooking methods: No cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Energy 162.09 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 11.60 (g) of which sugars 6.95 (g)
- Proteins 3.54 (g)
- Fat 11.55 (g) of which saturated 8.01 (g)of which unsaturated 2.78 (g)
- Fibers 2.95 (g)
- Sodium 32.15 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 37 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for Coconut and Chocolate Bars
- 3 1/4 cups shredded coconut
- 5 1/4 oz dark chocolate
- 5 1/4 oz Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp wildflower honey
Preparation of Coconut and Chocolate Bars
Pour the (sweet) yogurt into a bowl and add the coconut and honey. Mix the ingredients well until you get a homogeneous and soft mixture.
Take a spoonful of mixture and shape it with your hands into rectangular bars 1/2 inch thick.
Place the coconut bars on a tray covered with parchment paper and let them firm up in the freezer for 1 hour.
Melt the chocolate in a bain-marie or microwave and dip the coconut rectangles, covering them well. As you go, place them back on the tray.
Decorate with a drizzle of chocolate and a little coconut.
Store the coconut and chocolate treats in the fridge.
Storage of Coconut and Chocolate Bars
The coconut and chocolate bars are perfectly stored in the refrigerator, in an airtight container, for 5-6 days.
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FAQ
Can they be made completely sugar-free?
You can omit the honey or replace it with a natural sweetener like erythritol or stevia, adjusting the doses according to the desired sweetness.
Can I use regular yogurt instead of Greek yogurt?
Greek yogurt has a denser consistency, which helps keep the bars compact. If you use regular yogurt, the mixture might be too soft.
Are they suitable for children?
Absolutely yes. They are a healthy snack, without preservatives and with natural sugars.
Can shredded coconut be replaced?
For this recipe, coconut is the main ingredient, so it’s not advisable to replace it. However, you can enrich the mixture with chopped nuts or seeds to add texture.
