Choco Almond Bars (Printable Version)
Soft and chewy bars filled with crunchy almonds, coconut shreds, and gooey chocolate. It's like biting into a homemade version of your favorite candy!
# Ingredients:
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1 cup chocolate chips (half of a 12 oz bag)
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1/2 teaspoon sea salt
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1/2 cup slivered almonds
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1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
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1 1/2 cups regular flour
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1 large egg
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1/2 cup softened butter
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
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1/2 cup shredded coconut
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1/2 cup white sugar (granulated)
# Steps:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a 9x9 inch pan with some parchment paper.
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Mix together flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder in a bowl.
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Grab a large bowl and beat the softened butter with both types of sugar until creamy using an electric hand mixer.
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Add the egg and vanilla to the creamed mixture. Mix everything until smooth.
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Add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture bit by bit. Stop mixing as soon as they’re combined—don’t overdo it.
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Toss in half of the chocolate chips, half the coconut, and half the almonds. Stir gently to combine.
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Scoop the mixture into the pan and spread it evenly. Sprinkle the top with extra chocolate chips, the remaining coconut, and leftover almonds.
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Slide the pan into the oven and bake for roughly 20-22 minutes, or until it’s golden and looks set. It’ll firm up a bit more as it cools.
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After cooling, lift it out of the pan and cut into 16 or 9 pieces, depending on the size you prefer.
# Notes:
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These bars give off the same flavor vibes as the Almond Joy candy everyone loves.
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Want to make them even richer? Drizzle melted chocolate over the top after baking.