Date and coconut bars topped with melted dark chocolate and toasted coconut flakes.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cup Medjool dates, pitted
  • 1/4 cup almond butter (or cashew/peanut butter, as preferred)
  • 1/4 - 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (use 1/2 cup for a richer chocolate flavor)
  • 1/4 - 1/2 tsp coconut oil (match the tsp measurement to the cup measurement of chocolate chips)
  • 1/2 cup + 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes

Difficulty : Easy

Serves :

These Date and Coconut Bars are a naturally sweet, gluten-free snack perfect for any time of day. Made with Medjool dates, almond (or your preferred nut) butter, coconut flakes, and a drizzle of dark chocolate, these bars are packed with flavor and healthy ingredients. They're easy to make, with no preservatives or added sugars, making them a wholesome alternative to store-bought bars. Plus, they're kid-approved and great for meal prepping!

Date and coconut bars topped with melted dark chocolate and toasted coconut flakes.

Cooking Steps

  • 1
    Pack the dates into a measuring cup and place them in a food processor. Blend until a ball starts to form.
  • 2
    Break up the date ball with a spoon or spatula, then add 1/2 cup of coconut flakes and the nut butter of your choice. Blend until just combined, but do not overblend.
  • 3
    Line a 6x6-inch pan with parchment paper and press the mixture evenly into the pan. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • 4
    Around 50 minutes into the refrigeration time, place the chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds, stir, and repeat until the chocolate is melted and smooth.
  • 5
    Remove the pan from the refrigerator and drizzle the melted chocolate over the bars. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of coconut flakes on top.
  • 6
    Cut the mixture into bars of your desired size.
  • 7
    Store the bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. (Though they likely won’t last that long!)
  • 8
    Optional: Toast the coconut flakes in a pan on medium-low heat for 3-6 minutes, stirring continuously until golden brown.
  • 9
    Notes: Feel free to add extras like dried cranberries, nuts, or seeds. Gently fold them in before pressing the mixture into the pan. You can also individually wrap the bars in parchment paper for easy grab-and-go snacks.

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