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healthy almond joys

Healthy Almond Joys Recipe: Decadent Vegan No-Bake Bites

These healthy almond joys are a guilt-free treat combining coconut, chocolate, and almonds, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without refined sugars.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Freezing Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Coconut Base
  • 2 cups Unsweetened Finely Shredded Coconut Sweetened coconut can be used for a sweeter taste.
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup or Honey Use maple syrup for vegan option.
  • 1/4 cup Melted Coconut Oil No substitute recommended for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional but highly recommended.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Sea Salt Optional if you prefer a sweeter treat.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Chocolate Bars or Chocolate Chips Opt for dairy-free chocolate for a vegan indulgence.
  • 1 tablespoon Coconut Oil (for melting chocolate) Optional but recommended for perfect consistency.
  • 1/2 cup Raw Almonds Feel free to substitute with other nuts if desired.

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • muffin pan
  • heatproof bowl
  • microwave

Method
 

How to Make Healthy Almond Joys
  1. Prepare Coconut Base: In a food processor, blend the unsweetened shredded coconut, melted coconut oil, maple syrup (or honey), vanilla extract, and sea salt until you have a sticky mixture. Be careful not to overdo it!
  2. Form Bites: Take a mini muffin pan and press the coconut mixture into each cup, packing it down firmly to ensure they hold their shape.
  3. Melt Chocolate: In a heatproof bowl, combine your chosen chocolate bars and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until completely smooth and melted.
  4. Assemble Bites: Spoon the melted chocolate generously over the coconut layer in each muffin cup and place a raw almond in the center of each bite.
  5. Freeze: Pop the tray into the freezer for 3-4 hours. Once solid, remove the bites from the muffin pan and store in an airtight container.
  6. Optional Bars Variation: Shape the coconut mixture into rectangles instead of pressing it into the muffin pan, following the same coating and freezing steps.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For added elegance, drizzle extra melted chocolate on top. Exact quantities are listed in the recipe card above.

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