Chocolate Coconut Date Bars (Print-Friendly Format)

Gluten-free bars blend dates, coconut, and dark chocolate for a sweet, satisfying snack option.

# Ingredients You’ll Need:

01 - 10 Medjool dates, pitted

02 - 80 grams unsweetened shredded coconut

03 - 30 millilitres coconut oil

04 - 5 millilitres vanilla extract

05 - 25 grams unsweetened cocoa powder

06 - 30 millilitres honey

07 - 57 grams dark chocolate baking chips

01 - Combine dates, shredded coconut, coconut oil, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, and honey in a food processor.

02 - Process until a crumbly dough forms, scraping down the sides as needed.

03 - Transfer mixture onto wax paper and press into a rectangular block about 1.25 centimetres thick.

04 - If desired, melt dark chocolate baking chips and spread evenly over the pressed mixture.

05 - Refrigerate the block for approximately 30 minutes until firm.

06 - Cut into bars and serve as desired.

01 - For additional texture, stir chopped nuts or chocolate chips into the mixture before pressing into shape.

02 - Using Medjool dates yields a sweeter, softer texture; alternative date varieties may be substituted.

03 - Line the pan with parchment paper if shaping in a square baking dish for easier removal.

04 - Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain firmness; keeps well for several days.