Healthy Almond Joys
Ingredients:
- 3 cups unsweetened finely shredded coconut
- ¼ cup maple syrup or honey
- 3 tbsp melted coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of sea salt (optional)
- 1 cup chocolate chips or chopped chocolate bars
- 2 tsp coconut oil
- Raw almonds
Instructions:
1. **Prepare Coconut Base:** In a food processor, combine shredded coconut, maple syrup, 3 tbsp melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and sea salt. Process for about 40 seconds until the mixture becomes sticky and tacky. Avoid over-processing to prevent the coconut from releasing excess oil.
2. **Form Bites:** Divide the coconut mixture evenly into a mini muffin tin, pressing and packing it firmly into each cavity.
3. **Melt Chocolate:** In a mixing bowl, combine chocolate chips and 2 tsp coconut oil. Melt using the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each, until smooth. Alternatively, use a double boiler.
4. **Assemble:** Spoon melted chocolate over each coconut base, smoothing the top. Place a raw almond in the center of each.
5. **Freeze:** Place the tray in the freezer for 3–4 hours until set. Once firm, remove the bites from the muffin tin and store them in an airtight container in the freezer.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Freeze Time: 3–4 hours
Total Time: ~4 hours
Servings: 18 bites
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