Description
These Copycat Almond Joy Bars combine a creamy coconut filling, crunchy almonds, and smooth chocolate coating, making them irresistible and easy to prepare. Perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tablespoons salted butter (softened)
- 1 teaspoon coconut extract
- 4 cups powdered sugar (plus more for dusting)
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 60 whole almonds
- 23 ounces milk chocolate chips (divided)
- 2 tablespoons shortening (divided)
Instructions
- Cream together softened cream cheese, salted butter, and coconut extract until smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar until fully blended.
- Fold in sweetened shredded coconut until evenly mixed.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
- Shape the mixture into small ovals on a lined baking sheet and top with almonds.
- Freeze for at least an hour to firm up.
- Melt milk chocolate with shortening until smooth in intervals in the microwave.
- Dip each bar in the melted chocolate and let them set in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
- Serve and enjoy your homemade bars.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use full-fat cream cheese.
Substitute unsweetened shredded coconut for a less sugary taste if desired.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg