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3-Ingredient Mounds Bars Recipe

3-Ingredient Mounds Bars Recipe


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  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 1x

Description

Chocolate-drenched mounds bars bring island paradise right to kitchen counters, blending sweet coconut and rich dark chocolate in a simple dessert. Quick preparation and minimal ingredients make these treats irresistible for anyone craving a tropical escape.


Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients:

  • 3 cups unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 (14 ounces / 397 grams) can sweetened condensed milk

Coating Ingredients:

  • 15 ounces (425 grams) dark chocolate (or semi-sweet chocolate)

Instructions

  1. Blend shredded coconut with sweetened condensed milk in a medium bowl, creating a uniformly sticky mixture that holds together when pressed.
  2. Dampen hands with cool water to prevent sticking, then carefully mold the coconut blend into uniform rectangular shapes, ensuring each bar is compact and well-defined.
  3. Transfer the shaped bars onto a parchment-lined tray and place in the freezer for approximately 20 minutes to solidify their structure and enhance chocolate coating potential.
  4. Prepare the chocolate coating by initially melting two-thirds of the chocolate in a microwave-safe vessel, using short intervals and stirring between each to prevent scorching.
  5. Introduce the remaining chocolate to the partially melted batch, stirring consistently to achieve a smooth, glossy consistency and ideal tempering temperature.
  6. Carefully immerse each frozen coconut bar into the melted chocolate using two forks, ensuring complete and even coverage while allowing excess chocolate to gracefully drip away.
  7. Gently position the chocolate-enrobed bars back onto the parchment paper, maintaining space between each to prevent touching and potential merging.
  8. Allow the chocolate to set naturally at room temperature or expedite the process by briefly chilling in the refrigerator until the coating becomes firm and glossy.

Notes

  • Chill hands with cold water before shaping bars to prevent sticky coconut mixture from clinging to fingers.
  • Maintain a consistent bar size by using a small measuring tool or eyeballing similar dimensions for uniform coating and appearance.
  • Experiment with dark, milk, or white chocolate variations to customize flavor profile and suit different taste preferences.
  • For dairy-free option, swap sweetened condensed milk with coconut cream and use dairy-free chocolate chips, creating an allergen-friendly treat.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Desserts, Snacks
  • Method: Freezing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 12
  • Calories: 230
  • Sugar: 21 g
  • Sodium: 60 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 24 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 5 mg