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Homemade Chocolate Bars Recipe

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  • Author: Rafael
  • Total Time: 45 minutes to 1 hour (including chilling time)
  • Yield: Approximately 6 small bars 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Homemade Chocolate Bars recipe is a simple and natural way to enjoy rich, creamy chocolate using just a few wholesome ingredients like cacao powder, coconut oil, and natural sweeteners. Perfect for a customizable treat, you can add extracts or mix-ins like cocoa nibs or chia seeds. The bars set in the fridge or freezer, offering a quick and customizable dessert or snack with the option to remelt for a decadent chocolate sauce.

Ingredients

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Chocolate Base

  • 1/4 cup cacao or cocoa powder
  • 3 tbsp coconut oil
  • 3 tbsp pure maple syrup, honey, or agave syrup

Optional Add-ins

  • Optional extracts such as vanilla or almond extract
  • Optional cocoa nibs
  • Optional chia seeds

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Mold or Container: Select a flat container or chocolate candy mold to shape your bars. This step determines the final form of your chocolate bars, whether thick or thin.
  2. Warm the Coconut Oil: Gently warm the coconut oil if it is solid or not fully melted. This facilitates easier mixing with the other ingredients.
  3. Mix the Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the cacao or cocoa powder, coconut oil, and your chosen sweetener (maple syrup, honey, or agave). Stir well until the mixture thickens slightly and all ingredients are fully incorporated.
  4. Add Optional Flavorings: At this point, mix in any optional extracts like vanilla, or add-ins such as cocoa nibs or chia seeds to enhance texture and flavor.
  5. Pour the Mixture: Pour or spoon the chocolate mixture into your prepared container, mold, or spread between layers of wax paper or inside a ziploc bag if desired for shape.
  6. Chill to Set: Place the container in the fridge or freezer and allow the chocolate to harden completely. This usually takes around 30 minutes to 1 hour depending on thickness.
  7. Store and Serve: Once solid, remove the bars from the mold or container. Store them in the refrigerator or freezer to maintain firmness until ready to eat. You can also remelt the bars later to use as a chocolate sauce.

Notes

  • You can customize the sweetness by adjusting the amount or type of sweetener.
  • Using a chocolate candy mold provides a classic bar shape, but any flat container will work.
  • Keep the bars refrigerated or frozen for best texture and longevity.
  • For a sugar-free option, use a sugar-free sweetener alternative suitable for your diet.
  • Gently warming the coconut oil is crucial to ensure smooth mixing but avoid overheating as that can affect texture.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: International

Keywords: Homemade chocolate bars, no bake chocolate, natural chocolate recipe, healthy chocolate snack, vegan chocolate bar option

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