| After School Snacks, No-bake Sweets
This healthy raw chocolate slice recipe is SO rich, delicious and such a simple nourishing, thing to make. They make a wonderful, easy after school snack or weekend sweet treat for those that can tolerate nuts (or a late night chocolate fix)!
Health benefits
The almonds provide mood and energy elevating proteins, minerals and fats. The coconut and oil are amazing for the brain, immune and metabolic health. This is a whole food treat that is very satisfying and tastes amazing!
Take a look at the variations (below the main recipe) for suggestions to alter the recipe to suit your specific dietary requirements.
Healthy Chocolate, Almond and Coconut bars
Prep 15 minutes minutes
Total 1 hour hour 15 minutes minutes
Serves: 12 bars
One of my all time favourite chocolate-y treats theseHealthy Chocolate, Almond and Coconut bars are easy to make, nutritious and delicious.
Ingredients
- 300 g almond meal (2½ firmly packed cups)
- 80 g desiccated coconut (1 cup approx.) or shredded
- 130 g nut butter (½ cup) I like the ABC nut spread
- 4 tbsp rice malt syrup, honey or maple syrup -adjust the amount to make these more, or less sweet to suit your taste
- 100 g coconut oil (½ cup)
- 1 tbsp vanilla
- 1 tbsp coconut flour
- 100 g dark chocolate -melted
Method
Mix all ingredients (except the chocolate) together in a food processor/mixer until well combined and forming a rough paste.
If you have a Thermomix - mix 30 seconds, speed 4.
Pour into a slice tin lined with baking paper.
Refrigerate until set (about an hour).
Once set, melt the chocolate in a bowl placed over a pot of simmering water, stirring continually. Spread evenly with a spatula over the almond mix and refrigerate again until the chocolate is just set (10 minutes). You an also melt chocolate in the thermomix (see basic cookbook for directions).
Remove from the tin and slice into small bars.
Remember to keep these in the fridge or freezer. As with any raw coconut oil based product, they'll melt if not kept cold!
Store
Store in an airtight container in the fridge.
Tip
To get a good cut on the slice without cracking the chocolate, take out of the fridge or freezer for about 30 mins (approx) before slicing and you can also use a hot knife.
Variations
Low-fructose and dairy-free or vegan
Choose rice malt syrup for your sweetener for low fructose. Even though the 85% chocolate is very low in fructose, you may like to make some dairy-free raw chocolate for the top.Here is the recipe.
Nutella like
Swap the almonds for ground hazelnuts and use hazelnut butter for a match made in heaven.
Want something grainy and nut free? Check out my No Bake Muesli Bar here, or my biscuity Healthy Chocolate Coconut Slice, here.
Nut-free
This is not the recipe for you.For 150 pages of nut-free recipes, take a look at my super popular ebook 'The Well Nourished Lunchbox'. Click HERE to find out more and read the rave reviews.
These are so divine. I'd love you to try them then tell me what you think by posting a comment.
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Nat says
Deeeelish!
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Georgia Harding says
Oh yes they are – the only problem is I struggle to stop at one! G x
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Rach says
Love these Georgia! I’m going to try them with hazelnuts next 🙂
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Georgia Harding says
Great and thanks for your feedback Rach. They are good either way. G x
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Sarah says
Investing in a food processor today so I can make some of these! 🙂
Yummy!!:)Reply
Georgia Harding says
Lots of my recipes work well with the help of a food processor. Makes life easier! Enjoy
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Sharolyn says
I made some almond meal with a stick blender, but otherwise managed without a food processor for this recipe which is good to know for those without 🙂 I just stirred ingredients together with a wooden spoon and some muscle.
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Georgia Harding says
Oh that’s great to know, thanks Sharolyn, G x
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TLee says
Will try with hazelnuts – sounds like it might taste like Ferrero Rocher. Will still get my fix without the guilt. Great for Xmas gift treats
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Georgia Harding says
Yes, just keep in the fridge or freezer or they’ll melt. G x
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Rosanne O'Brien says
Hey G where do I get nut butter from?
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Georgia Harding says
Hi Rosie, good question. You can get it from the health isle of the supermarket or health food shops. I like ABC spread (Almond, brazil, cashew) but you can use any single or combination nut (peanut can be a bit overpowering unless you really love the flavour). These are amazing, you’ll love them G x
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Annie says
Hi G, can I use normal butter if I don’t have nut butter? Or would that eliminate the health benefits?? Thanks heaps , Annie
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Georgia Harding says
Hi Annie, haven’t tried myself, but it should be okay to substitute, G x
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Jodie Ticehurst says
These are sensational G.
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Georgia Harding says
Glad you like them. G x
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hannah says
Thank you for all these beautiful recipes. It’s so nice to be able to do baking for my children without feeling guilty that I’m loading them up on rubbish!
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Georgia Harding says
Thanks for your feedback and support. Nice to know I’m able to help somewhat. G x
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Rosanne O'Brien says
Love, love, love these G thanks x
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Georgia Harding says
Me to Rosanne. A healthy, easy to make treat. G x
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Jessica says
I run ultramarathons and these are awesome energy for me during my run. Thanks so much for the recipe because often other foods can upset my stomach.
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Georgia Harding says
Your very welcome, glad you like them. I’m sure you need all the energy you can get with your running. G x
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Dawn says
Hi there. Can you tell me the calorie value per serve ease, also where do I get vanilla powder? I’ve looked everywhere but cant find it. Thanks
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Georgia Harding says
Hi Dawn, I’m sorry, I don’t know the calorie value. Remember that all calories are not created equal and as such, calorie counting is fraught with danger. For example an avocado has many more calories than a chocolate bar, but we both know which is going to serve your body better. I’m sure the fat content of these would make them very high in calories though, although a tiny square is more than satisfying.
The vanilla powder is often available in health food shops – Loving Earth make it. I buy mine online (cheaper this way) in bulk with my nuts/flour and legumes from Santos in Byron Bay. Their link is on the resources guide > NSW > Delivery. G xReply
Dawn says
Thanks Georgia. I’ll give them a go. They look extremely yummy and I have all the ingredients except the vanilla powder.
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Sharolyn says
Just made these this morning. I have been craving a sweet treat and these hit the spot. Perfect with an afternoon cup of tea. (And thankfully i had all the ingredients). I used natural peanut butter as it was all I had and they are delicious. I made the chocolate along similar lines to the recipe you linked to – some to top the bars and some set in heart shapes in the fridge. Eating well really needn’t be boring hey? Thanks for the recipe. I am new to your site but I am sure I will be back again! Grace and Peace, Sharolyn
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Georgia Harding says
Thanks for taking the time to comment Sharolyn. So right – nothing boring about eating well at all! Glad you enjoyed this recipe and I hope you come back for more! G x
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hayley says
How long do these last?
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See Also50+ Vegan Leafy Greens RecipesGeorgia Harding says
Kept in the fridge many months – I’ve got a few pieces I made at Christmas time that is still fine. They can also be frozen. G x
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mrs piz says
for an almond/tree nut allergic kid what would be the best substitute for the almond meal?
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Georgia Harding says
Try a mix of sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds and a little linseed all ground into a meal, G x
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Renee says
Ok so have most ingredients, but umm silly question I’ve looked everywhere for vanilla powder (haven’t made it to Flannery’s yet) can I use custard powder as a substitute or is that not right?
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Georgia Harding says
No not a silly question at all Renee. It is generally in health shops, but you can sub with vanilla bean paste or even essence. Even leave it out though I love the depth of flavour of vanilla. Enjoy G x
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Sophie says
Could you add protein powder instead of the coconut flour, just to up the protein content of these? Thanks
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Georgia Harding says
I’d say that would work out absolutely fine Sophie, G x
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Shirley Mccombie says
Wow! These taste amazing. I have to say this is the best clean treat I’ve ever made. I don’t think they will last long as my husband and the kids are eating them.
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Georgia Harding says
They are good aren’t they? Glad you(and family) enjoyed them Shirley Gx
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Georgia Harding says
They are good aren’t they? Glad you(and family) enjoyed them Shirley Gx
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Hannah says
Hi there
I’m new to your site and love the look of allllll the recipes. Just wondering from a nutritionists point of view, would you give this to an almost 2 year old?
Thanks
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Georgia Harding says
I always recommend to go easy with developing the ‘sweet’ palate with young kids, it can really develop fussy eating habits (this post explains https://wellnourished.com.au/why-kids-want-processed-food/ ). But they are a nice low GI treat so as long as she/he is okay with nuts etc; a small square wouldn’t hurt G x
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Shirley Mccombie says
Wow! These taste amazing. I have to say this is the best clean treat I’ve ever made. I don’t think they will last long as my husband and the kids are eating them.
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Ingrid Johansson says
Hi Georgia,
I have never come across vanilla powder? I did an online search at Coles and it came up with protein powders. Is vanilla essence ok to use do you think? They looks so tasty! Looking forward to making them.
Thanks for the lovely recipes!!
Ingrid
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Georgia Harding says
Yes you can definitely sub with vanilla essence or paste Ingrid. Hope you enjoy it G x
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Claire says
These are SOOO good! 🙂 I use rice syrup for the low-fructose version and they are sweet enough for us with half the amount. So delicious, a perfect snack. I suffer from adrenal fatigue and need good high-protein/fat low-carb snacks to keep my blood sugar levels stable, and these are absolutely perfect! I make half a batch to last my husband and I a week or so and they are very much appreciated. 🙂Reply
Georgia Harding says
So glad you love them Claire, thanks so much for your feedback and the 5?s Georgia x
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Kate says
Delicious. Tastes like a healthy golden rough. Thank you for another amazing recipe!Reply
Georgia Harding says
So glad you enjoyed it Kate and cheers for the 5 star rating G x
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Chloe Saville says
Delicious!Reply
Georgia Harding says
So glad you enjoyed it and cheers for the 5 ?s Chloe G x
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Tina says
These are a regular item on my healthy snack list for my kids, but my husband has just discovered how delicious they are. He’s calorie counting at the moment. Would you have nutrition details on these Georgia?
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Georgia Harding says
I’m not a fan of calorie counting Tina but there are loads of calculators online that you could work it out easily enough. So glad you’re enjoying them G x
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Gabby says
These are delicious ?Reply
Georgia Harding says
So glad you enjoyed them Gabby, cheers for the 5 star rating G x
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Amanda says
Hi Georgia
Sounds like a great recipe!
Is there anything you would reccommend when substituting coconut oil?Thank you
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Georgia Harding says
It would have to be a fat that solidifies when chilled – butter is another option G x
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Annie P says
I don’t have a Thermomix. What can I do ? Also is it correct that this recipe does not require any baking / cooking? Thank you
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Georgia Harding says
The TMX instructions are just secondary to the method for those that have one. As the recipe says, you just need to mix it well by hand or any mixer/ food processor. No cooking, it’s a raw treat that sets upon chilling. Enjoy
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[emailprotected] says
This was my first ever attempt using a Nourish recipe and oh my gosh I’m hooked!
I quickly whipped this up for a family gathering and my parents BEGGED me to let them keep what was left over of the slice.
This little baby is so good!Reply
Yewy says
Simply divine – so much taste and goodness packed in a single bite! And I love how I don’t have to use the oven. Thanks for this wonderful recipe 🙂Reply
Well Nourished Team says
Hi Yewy, wonderful! 🙂
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[emailprotected] says
Wondering what I could use instead of coconut flour, or can i blend down desiccated coconut a bit finer??
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Well Nourished Team says
Hi Cath, you can just leave it out of the recipe ☺️
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[emailprotected] says
Hi! Love this recipe but I can not cut nicely into bars to save my life haha. I send up with the chocolate layer cracking everywhere. Any tips???
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Well Nourished Team says
Hi Corinne, so happy to hear you loved the recipe. A good tip is to get the slice out of the fridge or freezer for about 30 mins before slicing and also use a hot knife.
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