Almond Joy Bars (With or Without Almonds)

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Opal Jackson-Cakmak

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@sweetiecoconut

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This recipe is so good! Use light or dark chocolate. Use a 13x9-inch pan for a thicker recipe. Use half the recipe for a smaller group. It is simply easy. Call it Almond Joy or Mounds... either way, it is good.

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These yummy bars may be sans almonds, but they're full of delicious flavor. A creamy coconut filling is sandwiched between a cookie crust and a decadent chocolate layer. They're gooey, creamy, and rich. This a great homemade candy recipe for an after-school treat for kids or to enjoy for Halloween. These Almond Joy bars should probably be called a Mounds bar since the nuts are optional. But we topped these with an almond and loved the bit of crunch. Test Kitchen Avatar The Test Kitchen


Ingredients

  • 10 Tbsp
    unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 3/4 c
    light brown sugar, packed
  • 2 1/2 c
    all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp
    fine sea salt
  • 28 oz
    sweetened condensed milk
  • 28 oz
    shredded coconut
  • 1 tsp
    vanilla extract
  • 5 c
    bittersweet chocolate baking chunks (loosely placed in cup)
  • ·
    almonds, optional
Rating:
(4) 80 ratings
Comments:368 Comments
Yield:36
Prep:20 Min
Cook:40 Min
Method:Bake

How to Make Almond Joy Bars (With or Without Almonds)

Test Kitchen Tips
When preparing the pan, we used parchment paper (instead of foil) and sprayed it with non-stick spray.

Step-by-Step

  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 350° F. In a small bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until combined.
  2. 2
    Add the flour and salt. Carefully mix to combine until it resembles chunky bread crumbs.
  3. 3
    Line a sheet pan with aluminum foil and coat with canola or vegetable spray. NOTE: I use a 13x9 inch pan because I prefer them thicker. You can adjust the size of the pan to your preference. You can use 1/2 the recipe if you do not need as much.

    Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and evenly press the batter into an even layer.
  4. 4
    Bake for 8 minutes. Cool on a wire baking rack while preparing the coconut topping.
  5. 5
    In a large bowl, combine the condensed milk, coconut, and vanilla.
  6. 6
    Spread over the crust.
  7. 7
    Bake for another 20-25 minutes until it begins to brown.
  8. 8
    Melt the chocolate over a double boiler. Stir until melted and smooth. Pour over cooked coconut bars and spread into an even layer.

    NOTE: Use chunks, not chips (70% Cacao Bittersweet Chocolate Baking Chunks). Bittersweet chocolate is available in several forms, including bars, chips, and chunks of various sizes. It is used in baking and cooking.
  9. 9
    Allow to cool then refrigerate until hardened, about 1 hour. Cut into 36 squares.

    NOTE: You can top with Almond Joy bites, sliced almonds or leave off. Use light or dark chocolate, your preference.

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About Almond Joy Bars (With or Without Almonds)

Course/Dish: Candies
Main Ingredient: Sugar
Regional Style: American
Collection: 2012 Member's Choice
Other Tags: Quick & Easy For Kids

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