Homemade Mounds Bars: Indulgent Treats You Can Easily Make
Delicious homemade Mounds Bars that mimic the classic coconut and chocolate treat are easy to make and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded coconut
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 ounces dark chocolate
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract.
- Press the coconut mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Let the coconut layer cool completely.
- In a double boiler, melt the dark chocolate and coconut oil until smooth.
- Pour the melted chocolate over the cooled coconut layer and spread evenly.
- Allow the chocolate to set in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before cutting into bars.
Notes
- Make sure to use high-quality dark chocolate for the best flavor.
- Add a pinch of salt to the chocolate for enhanced taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Homemade Mounds Bars