Description
Chocolate meets coconut paradise in this classic Mounds bar recipe, bringing tropical indulgence to your dessert table. Sweet shredded coconut enrobed in rich dark chocolate creates a simple yet irresistible treat you can easily craft at home.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Ingredients:
- 2 cups dark chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
Coconut Filling:
- 3 cups shredded unsweetened coconut
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper, creating a smooth, non-stick surface for your Mounds Bars.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt, blending until a cohesive, sticky mixture forms.
- Using clean hands or a small scoop, shape the coconut mixture into compact, oval-shaped bars, placing them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Chill the coconut bars in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes at 40°F, allowing them to firm up and maintain their shape.
- Meanwhile, create a double boiler by placing a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water, ensuring the bottom of the bowl doesn’t touch the water.
- Melt dark chocolate chips and cocoa powder in the double boiler, stirring constantly until smooth and glossy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Remove the chocolate from heat and stir in coconut oil to create a silky, fluid coating.
- Carefully dip each chilled coconut bar into the melted chocolate, using a fork to ensure complete coverage and allow excess chocolate to drip off.
- Return the chocolate-coated bars to the parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for 10-15 minutes at 40°F until the chocolate sets completely.
- Store the Mounds Bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, enjoying a cool, sweet treat reminiscent of the classic candy bar.
Notes
- Chill coconut mixture thoroughly to prevent crumbling and ensure clean, defined bar shapes during chocolate coating.
- Use high-quality dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa content for rich, intense flavor and professional-grade glossy finish.
- Maintain consistent chocolate temperature while dipping to achieve smooth, even chocolate coverage without streaks or clumping.
- Consider dairy-free alternatives like coconut cream instead of sweetened condensed milk for vegan-friendly version, ensuring same creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 211
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 40 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg