Blackberry Coconut Bars Recipe
These Blackberry Coconut Bars are a refreshing and naturally sweet treat combining fresh blackberries, shredded coconut, and rich dark chocolate. Perfectly balanced between fruity tartness and creamy coconut, these no-bake bars are easy to prepare and ideal for a quick snack or dessert. The bars are frozen and refrigerated to set, resulting in a refreshing, chewy texture wrapped in a smooth chocolate coating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Bars
- 2 cups (130g) shredded coconut
- 1 cup (120g) fresh blackberries (or berries of choice)
- 1/4 cup (50g) coconut oil (or coconut butter)
- Pinch of salt
Chocolate Coating
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Puree the blackberries: Use a high-speed blender to puree the fresh blackberries until smooth. If using a regular blender or food processor, strain the puree through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds for a smoother texture.
- Mix ingredients: In a bowl or food processor, combine the shredded coconut, coconut oil, berry puree, and a pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Press into pan: Line a 5×7 inch glass dish with wax paper and firmly press the coconut-berry mixture evenly into the pan to form the base of the bars.
- Freeze the base: Place the pan in the freezer for at least 30 minutes to allow the mixture to set and harden.
- Cut into bars: Once set, remove from the freezer and cut the mixture into 8 equal bars using a sharp knife.
- Melt the chocolate: Gently melt the dark chocolate chips in a microwave or double boiler until smooth and glossy.
- Coat bars in chocolate: Dip each bar into the melted chocolate to coat evenly, or spoon the chocolate over the bars, ensuring full coverage.
- Refrigerate to set: Place the chocolate-coated bars in the refrigerator to allow the chocolate to fully harden and set, about 15-20 minutes.
- Serve and store: Enjoy the bars chilled. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Use fresh or thawed blackberries for best flavor.
- For a smoother texture, be sure to strain the berry puree to remove seeds if not using a high-speed blender.
- Substitute other berries like raspberries or blueberries as desired.
- Ensure the coconut oil is melted but not hot when mixing to avoid melting the shredded coconut too much.
- Use high-quality dark chocolate for a richer taste.
- Keep bars refrigerated to maintain their shape and freshness.
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