Tyler McFarland on February 5, 2024
Updated on February 5, 2024 Found a mistake? Let us know!
Vegan Chocolate Coconut Cream Bars Recipe
Indulge in these healthy, gluten-free and vegan Chocolate Coconut Cream Bars, perfect for any special occasion and quick to make in under 1 hour.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Combine shredded coconut, coconut cream, maple syrup, and a pinch of salt in a food processor. Blend the mixture until it becomes easily moldable. You might need to press down and reblend a few times to achieve the desired consistency.
- Line an 8x8-inch (20x20-cm) pan with parchment or wax paper. Pour the mixture into the pan and use a rubber spatula to press it down firmly, creating an even layer.
- Place the pan in the freezer and let it freeze for 30 minutes.
- In a bowl, combine dark chocolate chips and coconut cream for the chocolate layer. Microwave the mixture in 15-second intervals, stirring thoroughly each time.
- Pour the chocolate mixture over the coconut cream layer in the pan. Use a rubber spatula to spread it into an even layer.
- Sprinkle shredded coconut on top of the chocolate layer.
- Return the pan to the freezer and allow it to freeze for 1 hour, or until the chocolate layer has fully set.
- Once the mixture is solid, cut it into 16 squares.
- Serve and enjoy the delicious coconut chocolate squares!
Nutrition
| Sugar | 28 grams |
| Carbohydrates | 31 grams |
| Fiber | 4 grams |
| Protein | 2 grams |
| Fat | 19 grams |
| Calories | 296 calories |
These Vegan Chocolate Coconut Cream Bars are a simple and easy treat that will satisfy any sweet tooth.
Made with gluten-free and vegan ingredients, they are also a healthy option that is high in fiber.
With a cooking time under 1 hour and no baking required, these bars are perfect for a quick dessert.
They are kid-friendly and can be made in big batches, making them ideal for parties and special occasions.
The recipe only requires basic kitchen appliances such as a food processor, freezer-friendly for storage, and a microwave for melting the chocolate.
So grab your parchment paper, spatula, baking pan, and measuring cups, and get ready to enjoy these indulgent sweets!
Be sure to check out these recipes as well:
- Vegan Middle Eastern Pita Salad (Fattoush Salad)
- Vegan Pumpkin Spice Coffee
- Vegan One-Pot Butternut Squash Pilaf
- Vegan Southwestern Veggie-Packed Tater Tot Casserole
- Vegan Vegetarian “Meat” Sauce
- Vegan Vegetarian Potstickers
I’m Tyler McFarland, the editor and main author here. When I first went vegan 13 years ago, convenience products like veggie burgers and soy milk were a lot harder to find. Now they’re everywhere!