Chocolate Macadamia Nut Bars
These Chocolate Macadamia Nut Bars are the perfect balance of chewy and crunchy, with a rich chocolate flavor and a hint of coconut. They're easy to make and require no baking, so they're a great option for a quick and satisfying snack or dessert.
The inspiration for these bars came to me one day when I was craving something sweet and chocolatey, but I didn't want to spend hours baking. I started experimenting with different ingredients and proportions, and after a few tries, I came up with this recipe. I love the way the macadamia nuts add a crunchy texture and the coconut gives them a subtle sweetness. The chocolate chips add a rich flavor, and the maple syrup and almond butter help to bind everything together. These bars are the perfect balance of chewy and crunchy, and they're so easy to make that I find myself making them all the time.
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Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 25 | Serves: 12
Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup raw macadamia nuts
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon almond butter
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil, melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine the macadamia nuts, coconut, cocoa powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, almond butter, coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
  6. Press the mixture into the prepared baking pan.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
  8. Let cool completely before cutting into bars.
  9. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Why It Works
  • The combination of macadamia nuts, coconut, and chocolate is a classic flavor combination that always works well.
  • The maple syrup and almond butter help to bind the ingredients together and give the bars a chewy texture.
  • The coconut oil adds a richness and depth of flavor to the bars.
  • The vanilla extract adds a subtle sweetness and helps to enhance the other flavors.
  • The bars are easy to make and require no baking, so they're a great option for a quick and satisfying snack or dessert.