Myrna’s Toasted Coconut-Chocolate Bars Recipe 🍫🥥
Description:
Indulge in the delightful fusion of toasted coconut and rich chocolate with these delectable bars, brought to you by Sweet Dreams. Perfect for a quick sweet treat, these bars are easy to make and even easier to enjoy.
Equipment:
- 2 cookie sheets (well greased or lined with parchment paper or nonstick baking mats)
- Nonstick cookie sheets (1 for baking and 1 for dipping)
Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup sweetened coconut
- 12 egg whites
- 50 flaked almonds (optional)
- 12 oz chocolate
Nutrition Facts (per bar):
- Calories: 79.2
- Fat: 5.8g
- Saturated Fat: 4.1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 23.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 8.3g
- Fiber: 1.4g
- Sugar: 6g
- Protein: 1.4g
Directions:
| Step | Description | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). | 5 mins |
| 2 | In a mixing bowl, combine sugar, egg whites, and sweetened coconut until well blended. | 5 mins |
| 3 | Drop rounded teaspoonfuls of the mixture onto a greased or lined cookie sheet. | 5 mins |
| 4 | Using your hands, shape each mound into a small bar. | 5 mins |
| 5 | If using almonds, gently press them onto the top of each bar. | 3 mins |
| 6 | Bake in the preheated oven until light golden brown, approximately 10 minutes. | 10 mins |
| 7 | Allow the bars to cool completely. | 10 mins |
| 8 | Melt the chocolate using a double boiler or microwave, stirring until smooth. | 5 mins |
| 9 | One at a time, dip each coconut bar into the melted chocolate using a fork, then shake off excess. | 10 mins |
| 10 | Place the chocolate-coated bars on the second cookie sheet and let them set until firm. | 10 mins |
| 11 | Store the bars in an airtight container for up to 1 week. | – |
Serving Size:
- Makes approximately 50 bars.
Tips:
- For a nutty variation, add flaked almonds on top before baking.
- Ensure the chocolate is completely set before storing to prevent sticking.
Enjoy Your Homemade Treat! 🌟
