Keto Coconut Chocolate Bars - 5 Ingredient Low Carb Treats
Decadent two-layer bars featuring a coconut base topped with rich chocolate. The bottom layer combines unsweetened coconut shreds with coconut oil and cream for a chewy, macaroon-like texture, while the top layer delivers smooth chocolate satisfaction. Perfect for keto dieters craving dessert or anyone avoiding refined sugar. Quick assembly with minimal prep and no baking required - just blend, press, pour, and freeze. These bars satisfy chocolate cravings while maintaining ketogenic macros.
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups unsweetened small coconut shreds
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, solid or melted
- ¼ cup + 2 tablespoons coconut cream
- 3 tablespoons keto maple syrupsugar-free syrup1:1keto
same sweetness
- ½ cup keto chocolate chipsregular dark chocolate chips1:1standard
higher carbs
- ¼ cup coconut cream
Instructions
- 1
Line an 8-inch square baking pan with wax paper or parchment paper
- 2
Add coconut shreds, coconut oil, coconut cream, and maple syrup to a food processor and blend until mixture is wet and sticky with slightly noticeable coconut pieces
- 3
Pour coconut mixture into prepared pan and press down firmly to create tightly packed layer
- 4
Combine chocolate chips and coconut cream in microwave-safe bowl and heat in 15-second increments, stirring between each increment until smooth
- 5
Pour melted chocolate over coconut layer and smooth into even layer with clean rubber spatula
- 6
Freeze for 40-70 minutes then slice into 16 bars
Tips
Process coconut mixture until pieces are small - larger pieces make more crumbly bars
Press coconut layer firmly for clean slicing and better structure
Watch chocolate carefully when melting to prevent burning - stir between each heating increment
Good to Know
Store in refrigerator for up to 1 week or freezer for up to 3 months
Can be made up to 3 days ahead and stored covered in refrigerator
Serve chilled directly from refrigerator or let sit 5 minutes at room temperature for easier slicing
Common Mistakes
Press coconut layer firmly to avoid crumbly bars that fall apart
Heat chocolate in short increments to avoid burning and seizing
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
General Alternatives
same sweetness
higher carbs
FAQ
Can I use regular chocolate chips instead of keto?
Yes, but this will significantly increase the carb content and make them no longer keto-friendly. The taste will be similar but sweeter.
How long do these bars keep in the freezer?
They keep well frozen for up to 3 months when wrapped properly. Thaw in refrigerator before serving for best texture.
What if I don't have coconut cream?
Heavy cream works as a substitute but will change the coconut flavor profile. You can also use the thick part from a chilled can of coconut milk.