Description
Rich, melt-in-your-mouth homemade chocolate bars made with wholesome ingredients. Naturally sweetened, customizable, vegan, and perfect for a healthier chocolate fix.
Ingredients
1/2 cup cocoa powder (unsweetened)
1/4 cup coconut oil (measured when solid)
1/4 cup pure maple syrup or agave
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Optional add-ins: chopped almonds, shredded coconut, dried cranberries, mini chocolate chips, sea salt flakes
Instructions
- Gently melt the coconut oil in a small saucepan over low heat or in a microwave-safe bowl.
- Whisk in the cocoa powder, maple syrup or agave, vanilla extract, and pinch of salt until smooth and fully combined.
- Line a small baking dish or silicone mold with parchment paper, or use candy molds.
- Pour the chocolate mixture into the prepared dish or molds, spreading evenly.
- Sprinkle optional add-ins on top, such as chopped nuts or sea salt flakes.
- Place the chocolate in the freezer for at least 30 minutes, or until completely firm.
- Remove from molds or slice into bars once set.
- Store leftovers in the fridge or freezer for best texture.
Notes
Use cocoa butter instead of coconut oil for a firmer texture and different flavor.
Honey can be used instead of maple syrup/agave if not vegan.
Store in fridge or freezer to maintain firmness; bars soften at room temperature.
To make keto-friendly, use monk fruit syrup or stevia instead of maple syrup.
Double the recipe and freeze extras for easy snacking later.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
