Description
Irresistibly chewy, rich, and made with just three wholesome ingredients, Coconut Crack Bars are no-bake, naturally sweetened treats perfect for a quick, healthy snack or dessert. They’re paleo, vegan, gluten-free, and keto-friendly.
Ingredients
2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup coconut oil, melted
1/4 cup maple syrup or keto maple syrup
Instructions
- Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, mix the shredded coconut with the melted coconut oil until well coated.
- Add the maple syrup and stir until the mixture is fully combined and sticky.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared dish and press it down firmly and evenly using a spatula or your hands.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until firm.
- Once set, lift the mixture out using the parchment paper, slice into bars or squares, and store chilled.
Notes
Add a pinch of sea salt for a sweet-salty contrast.
Drizzle with melted dark chocolate before chilling for a chocolate twist.
Mix in vanilla extract or cinnamon for added flavor.
Add chia seeds or hemp seeds for texture and nutrition.
Top with toasted coconut flakes or cacao nibs for indulgence.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
