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Dark Chocolate Coconut Squares

Name: Dark Chocolate Coconut Squares
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 60 min
Ingredients: 57 grams salted butter ((softened)); 142 grams powdered sugar ((sifted)); 170 grams unsweetened fine shredded coconut; ¼ cup milk; 284 grams dark chocolate chips; Flaky sea salt

Valentine's Day • Chocolate Desserts • Candy • Sweet & Salty Desserts • Eggless • Gluten Free • High Altitude | Published January 31, 2023 by Mimi Council

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Making homemade candy was never easier. This recipe for Dark Chocolate Coconut Squares combines just 6 ingredients to make chewy coconut candies covered in dark chocolate!

If you're looking for other easy candy recipes, check out my Sea Salt Chocolate Covered Pretzels, Vegan Dark Chocolate Mini Peanut Butter Cups, or my Puppy Chow Candy Clusters.

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Why You'll Love This Recipe
Ingredients
Tools Needed
Step by Step Instructions
Baker's Tips
Flavor Variations
FAQ's
Craving More?

When I'm not eating stuff I bake myself, I have other treats in my pantry at all times, obviously. One of the things I love to buy is organic chocolate candy. Because candy is time consuming, if I find good stuff, I just buy it.

Theo Chocolates is one of my favorite chocolate brands. I love their Coconut Dark Chocolate Bars, which was how I discovered the brand. But, then I discovered they have these Coconut Bites. They are square coconut candies, which are even better than the bars, as the filling is coconut! They have a classic coconut, salted almond, and they used to have a mint one. So, I'm making a copycat version of this favorite candy of mine!

This recipe for Dark Chocolate Coconut Squares is so easy to make, and there's only 6 ingredients! Plus, I'm sharing easy flavor variations to create different options! I love having these in my freezer, that way I can pull one out anytime I'm craving candy!

Why You'll Love This Recipe

Easy AF: These Dark Chocolate Coconut Squares are insanely easy to make! While they look seriously impressive with their cute little square shape, that chocolate drizzle on top, and flaky sea salt, these are such an easy dessert to make! That is only part of why I love them.

Healthy Candy: This healthy candy recipe only has 6 simple ingredients! My Dark Chocolate Coconut Squares are an easy coconut chocolate candy recipe that I know you will love. These Dark Chocolate Coconut Squares are filled with a creamy coconut filling, topped with dark chocolate, and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt on top all while using simple organic ingredients. That makes these a healthy candy recipe as opposed to buying candy!

Coconut + Chocolate: I love coconut and chocolate. So, this easy coconut chocolate candy recipe is one I make all the time! I love that this is a healthy candy recipe compared to something like Mounds that has all kinds of unnecessary ingredients! This is basically a Mounds bite with flaky sea salt on top.

Sweet & Salty: These are filled inside with a creamy coconut filling that is light and not too sweet. Then, they are coated in dark chocolate and sprinkled with flaky sea salt. This easy coconut chocolate candy recipe is both sweet and salty, which is my favorite combo! But, if you aren't a huge fan of the salty portion, you can feel free to leave off the sea salt.

Ingredients

Butter: I use Organic Valley Salted Butter.
Coconut Milk: My favorite coconut milk is Jiva Organics as there's just one ingredient and it's super creamy!
Coconut: I use Food to Live Organic Unsweetened Fine Shredded Coconut.
Powdered Sugar: I sweeten these candies with Wholesome Sweeteners Organic Powdered Sugar.
Dark Chocolate: I coat these in Nuts.com Organic Dark Chocolate Chips for ease. You can also use a chopped up chocolate bar too.
Flaky Sea Salt: This is optional, but I love topping these with flaky sea salt because I'm obsessed with the sweet and salty combo.

Tools Needed

Scale: Always use a digital food scale for the best results.
Stand Mixer: I use my stand mixer for ease, but you can also use a hand mixer if you prefer.
Baking Sheets: You'll need one half sheet pan to form the squares and coat them in chocolate.
Parchment Paper: I always use nontoxic parchment paper whenever making candy. This way the chocolate can easily be removed.
Heatproof Mixing Bowl: You'll need a heatproof mixing bowl to melt the chocolate.

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Step by Step Instructions

Step 1

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

To make the filling: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, add the butter, powdered sugar, coconut, and coconut milk. Mix on low until combined. Using your hands, form into 14 squares that are about 1 ½-inches and place on the prepared baking sheet. Place the baking sheet in the freezer. Let sit for 15 to 20 minutes or until they are firm.

Step 3

To make the coating: Using a double boiler, add about 80% of the dark chocolate. Melt until it reaches 115°F on a chocolate thermometer. Remove from heat and add in the remaining chocolate and stir to combine completely. Allow the chocolate to come down to 91°F.

Step 4

Drop each coconut square into the dark chocolate, and using a fork remove it so the excess chocolate can drip off. Place back on the baking sheet.

Step 5

Once all the squares have been dipped, put the baking sheet back in the freezer. Allow to sit in the freezer for about 10 minutes until the chocolate is hardened again, then dip the squares again for a second time. Place back in the freezer for about 10 minutes.

Step 6

Drizzle the remaining chocolate on top and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.

Baker's Tips

Make sure you are using unsweetened coconut. Because we are adding powdered sugar, you want to use the unsweetened kind here.
I temper the chocolate in this recipe, but it's totally up to you if you want to skip that part. If you don't temper the chocolate, you'll just have to store these in the fridge to keep from sweating.
The flaky sea salt is totally optional. You could skip it completely or you can even top with a little bit of shredded coconut instead if you do not want a sweet and salty candy.

Flavor Variations

Mint: Add 1/2 teaspoon of peppermint extract to the filling.
Almond: Add 1/2 teaspoon of almond extract to the filling.
Lemon: Add 1/2 teaspoon of lemon flavor to the filling. (I'm obsessed with this one!)

FAQ's

Can I make these ahead of time?

Absolutely! This is an amazing candy to make far advance if need be. Just store them in a Tupperware in the freezer until ready to eat or serve.

Can I use regular milk?

Yes, you can use regular organic cow’s milk, or you can use almond milk. Any kind of milk will work, but I prefer coconut milk here as it provides more coconut flavor.

Can I use milk chocolate?

Yes! If you want to cover these in milk chocolate or even white chocolate, you can do that as well. Whatever type of chocolate you prefer is fine.

Do I need to put flaky sea salt on top?

No, this is totally optional. I love sweet and salty, so I love the addition of the flaky sea salt on these. But, feel free to leave it off if you prefer. You could also add a sprinkle of fine shredded coconut on top!