Description
Indulge in the rich, decadent flavor of these homemade chocolate bars that are surprisingly easy to make. These vegan and gluten-free treats are customizable with your favorite mix-ins, offering a healthier alternative to store-bought chocolate bars.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup coconut oil
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional Mix-Ins:
- 2 tablespoons chopped nuts
- Shredded coconut
- Dried fruit
Instructions
- Melt Coconut Oil: In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the coconut oil.
- Combine Ingredients: Remove from heat and whisk in cocoa powder, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Add Mix-Ins: Stir in any desired nuts, coconut, or dried fruit.
- Pour and Set: Pour the mixture into a mold or pan, tap to remove air bubbles, and chill for 30–60 minutes.
- Slice and Store: Once set, remove from mold and slice into bars. Store in the fridge for best texture.
Notes
- You can customize with add-ins like almonds, sea salt, or puffed quinoa.
- Use silicone molds for easy shaping and release.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
