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Difficulty Level: easy
20 min Prep
30 min Cook
50 min Total
16 Servings
You might be wondering what the joy part is of these almond bars. Well, there’s the familiar aspects, like chocolate and almonds, but theI think the joy comes from the sweetness and texture of the coconut.
Some bars can feel more like a delicious dessert than something you’d munch like a cookie or sweet slice. That’s where this recipe comes into its own. Not only is it easy to make, but it can double as a sweet treat or dessert without any extra fuss needed.
So if your are searching for recipe that just might surprise everyone, check out these almond joy bars today.
Almond Joy Bars Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 and 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 and 1/4 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 3/4 cup chopped almonds
Almond Joy Bars Instructions
- Heat the oven to 350°F
- Line a 9×9-inch pan with parchment, leave a little overhang so you can lift the bars out later.
- Whisk the flour and cocoa powder together in a medium bowl until the color looks even.
- In a larger bowl, stir granulated sugar, brown sugar, and melted butter until smooth and glossy.
- Mix in the egg and vanilla until everything looks fully blended.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet and stir just until you don’t see dry streaks.
- Fold in the coconut, chocolate chips, and chopped almonds with a spatula.
- Spread the batter into the pan and smooth the top into an even layer.
- Bake for 30 minutes, until a toothpick in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (toothpick test).
- Once cooked, let it cool completely before slicing.
- Finally, lift out and cut into bars before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 250cal
Carbohydrate: 28g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 15g
Cholesterol: 15mg
Sodium: 60mg