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    Home » Recipes » No Bake Desserts

    No Bake Coconut Fudge Bars

    Published: Feb 12, 2021 · Modified: Jun 10, 2024 by Lauren Kelly · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    These No Bake Coconut Fudge Bars will be ready in minutes and are crazy delicious. They are vegan, gluten free, dairy free, sugar free and low carb which makes them healthy enough to eat for breakfast and tasty enough to eat for dessert!

    Three coconut chocolate bars stacked on top of each other on wood board.Pin

    Why Should You Make These Coconut Fudge Bars

    These bars are so ridiculously easy to make. Simply mix the separate layers, refrigerate and then slice into 8 bars.

    You can easily just store the bars in the freezer instead of the refrigerator. Just individually wrap them to make them easier to separate.

    You can easily use peanut butter or sunflower seed butter in these bars and they will still be incredible. Use whatever you have in the house to make life easy.

    If you have a few extra minutes, make homemade nut or seed butter. It really does make a difference.

    I do love using my Homemade Coconut Almond Butter too for these yummy bars too. But store bought varieties work just as well.

    And I love making no bake treats all year long. Obviously in the summer when it's too hot to turn the oven on, but also in the winter when you just want an easy, healthy treat.

    Recipe Ingredients

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    • Unsweetened shredded coconut- This is simply pure shredded coconut with no added sugar at all. It isn't always easy to find but make sure you read the ingredient labels.
    • Coconut oil- Is a plant based oil and is filled with healthy fats. I use refined coconut oil which has very little coconut taste (Yes, I know it's not a popular opinion but I don't like the taste of coconut!) The only issue is that refined coconut oil has less antioxidants and vitamins than the virgin coconut oil (as well as a higher smoke points which is good to remember for baked goods) so if you like the taste of coconut, then you can easily use virgin coconut oil.
    • Monk fruit liquid- Is a sugar free alternative.  I used the granular form of Monk Fruit for this recipe. The brand I use all the time is this one. You can also substitute with the sugar free alternative of your choice.
    • Almond butter- You can use store bought or homemade almond butter if you'd like. If you do buy it at a grocery store, please read the labels and make sure the ingredients only say almonds and maybe salt.
    • Unsweetened cocoa or cacao powder- You can use either one, just make sure there is no added sugar in the ingredient list. It should only say 100% cocoa powder.

    How To Make These Coconut Fudge Bars

    You only need a few simple ingredients that you can easily find in the grocery store. Nothing fancy over here, who has time for that anyway?

    Mix together all fo the ingredients for the coconut layer in a medium bowl.

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    Add the coconut mixture to the pan and press very well to avoid empty spaces in the bars. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.

    Coconut layer pressed firmly in 8 x 8 square baking pan on top of parchment paper.Pin

    Whisk all the ingredients of the fudge layer. 

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    Stir to combine.

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    Pour the fudge layer on top of refrigerated coconut layer ad refrigerate to harden.

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    Then just pop it in the refrigerator to harden.

    Chocolate layer on top of coconut layer in square baking pan.Pin

    Recipe FAQ's and Expert Tips

    Is unsweetened shredded coconut Keto friendly?

    Yes, it is. Just make sure you read your labels and ingredients to ensure it is unsweetened.

    What is the best low carb, keto friendly chocolate to use in these bars?

    I love Lily's Chocolate chips the best but others like ChocZero as well.

    Can these bars be frozen to be eaten later?

    Absolutely! Just let them defrost on the counter or in the refrigerator for about 10-15 minutes.

    Are these bars allergy friendly?

    Yes! These yummy bars are gluten free, dairy free and grain free. They are also vegan and made with all raw ingredients. Shout out to all of my plant based eaters! 

    No Bake Coconut Fudge Bars laying spread out on wooden board on parchment paper.Pin
    Three bars stacked on top of each other and bowl of cocoa is in front with some chocolate chips.Pin

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    These No Bake Coconut Fudge Bars will be ready in minutes and are crazy delicious. They are vegan, gluten free, dairy free, sugar free and low carb!Pin

    No Bake Coconut Fudge Bars

    These No Bake Coconut Fudge Bars will be ready in minutes and are crazy delicious. They are vegan, gluten free, dairy free, sugar free and low carb!
    5 from 6 votes
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    Course: Breakfast, brunch, Dessert, granola bar, Snack, treat
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 0 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour hour 30 minutes minutes
    Servings: 9 bars
    Calories: 308kcal
    Author: Lauren Kelly

    Equipment

    • Medium mixing bowl
    • 8 x 8 square baking pan

    Ingredients

    • For the coconut layer:
    • 2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut
    • ½ cup coconut oil
    • ¼ cup liquid Monk fruit
    • For the fudge layer:
    • 1 cup almond butter
    • 1 tablespoon liquid Monk Fruit
    • 2 tablespoons cacao or cooca powder, unsweetened

    Instructions

    • For the coconut layer, place shredded coconut, coconut oil and Monk fruit in a medium bowl and stir to combine.
    • Line an 8 square inch baking pan with parchment paper. Add the coconut mixture to the pan and press very well to avoid empty spaces in the bars. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
    • Whisk all the ingredients of the fudge layer and pour it on the top of the coconut layer. Refrigerate for one more hour for the bars to get firm.
    • Store in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 7 days.

    Notes

    To store: Place in airtight Container for up to 5 days.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 308kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 46g | Saturated Fat: 26g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Sodium: 11mg | Potassium: 364mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 115mg | Iron: 2mg
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    Comments

    1. C-H

      April 06, 2021 at 7:36 am

      Sounds awesome! Would it work with powdered sweetener instead? Liquid sweeteners are bonkers expensive in the UK!

      Reply
      • lauren.kelly

        April 06, 2021 at 8:05 am

        Hi there! I am not sure since I only made these with liquid but I did find this which might be helpful. If you do use powdered, please come back and let me know how they came out! Thanks!
        https://www.wholesomeyum.com/natural-low-carb-sweeteners-guide-conversion-chart/

        Reply
    2. Kim

      March 08, 2021 at 2:20 pm

      5 stars
      No bake and low carb? I'm in! Thanks!

      Reply
      • lauren.kelly

        April 06, 2021 at 8:05 am

        Right? The best!

        Reply
    3. April

      March 08, 2021 at 1:12 pm

      5 stars
      The only thing I don't like about this recipe is that I have to wait for them to set so I can eat them!! Coconut and chocolate = heavenly.

      Reply
      • lauren.kelly

        April 06, 2021 at 8:06 am

        I know, that's always the hardest part! I hope you love them!

        Reply
    4. Betsy

      March 08, 2021 at 11:38 am

      5 stars
      So sorry you all had covid! Super stinks! Hope you're all feeling better now! These bars were so good! Kudos to you for getting this post published while you're down & out! Mom power right there. Love that these are vegan and low carb!

      Reply
      • lauren.kelly

        April 06, 2021 at 8:06 am

        Thank you!

        Reply
    5. Erin

      February 13, 2021 at 1:03 pm

      5 stars
      I'm so sorry that you got it! I hope your sense of taste comes back quickly. And thank goodness your kids are safe! Are they taking care of you and your husband? I tried these bars for my kid and we both loved them. So tasty! Will make a double batch next time.

      Reply
      • lauren.kelly

        February 13, 2021 at 4:27 pm

        I am so glad you liked them! Thanks for the kind words, Erin!

        Reply
    6. Lisalia

      February 13, 2021 at 12:10 pm

      5 stars
      I am HERE for your recipes Lauren!! These are amazing and the best way to say I Love You... without all the sugar and flour traditionally found in treats. Thank you. Can't wait to make these again!

      Reply
    7. Jen

      February 13, 2021 at 11:40 am

      5 stars
      It was so hard to wait the 30 minutes while they were in the fridge. My kids kept asking when they’d be done. Safe to say these were a huge hit!

      Reply
    5 from 6 votes

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