Description
Homemade Almond Joy is a no-bake sweet treat combining creamy sweetened shredded coconut, rich condensed milk, crunchy whole almonds, and smooth milk chocolate coating. This recipe delivers the classic candy bar flavor with simple pantry ingredients, customizable options, and kid-friendly preparation, perfect for snacks, gifts, or gatherings.
Ingredients
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Core Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 14 oz (1 can) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whole almonds (about 20-24 pieces)
- 1 1/2 cups milk chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare the Coconut Mixture: Mix the sweetened shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract in a bowl until the ingredients form a sticky, cohesive mixture that will hold its shape.
- Shape the Bars: Scoop portions of the coconut mixture onto a parchment-lined baking tray and shape each into a small rectangular bar or rounded mound as you prefer.
- Add Almonds: Press whole almonds gently into the top of each coconut mound ensuring they adhere well before chilling.
- Chill the Bars: Refrigerate the tray for at least one hour to firm up the coconut bars, making them easier to dip without breaking.
- Melt the Chocolate: Melt the milk chocolate chips gently over a double boiler or in short bursts in the microwave, stirring frequently to prevent burning and ensure smoothness.
- Dip and Coat: Remove the chilled bars and dip each into the melted chocolate, using a fork to fully coat them. Let excess chocolate drip off and place back onto parchment paper.
- Final Chill: Refrigerate the coated bars for about 30 minutes to set the chocolate completely. Then they are ready to enjoy.
Notes
- Use freshly packaged sweetened shredded coconut for best texture and flavor.
- Chill the coconut bars before dipping in chocolate to prevent breaking.
- Use high-quality chocolate for smoother melting and richer taste.
- Melt chocolate in small batches to avoid hardening before use.
- Store finished bars in an airtight container to maintain freshness and chewiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Almond Joy, no-bake candy, homemade chocolate bars, coconut bars, easy dessert, gluten-free sweet treat