Shelly's Recipe

Chocolate Coconut Squares

Category: Bars

2 1/2 cups rolled oats
1 cup almond meal
1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
1/3 cup cacao powder
1/2 cup extra-virgin coconut oil
1 cup agave
1 cup chocolate chips


1. Preheat oven to 275.
2. Combine oats, almond meal, shredded coconut, and cacao powder in a large bowl. Mix well.
3. Combine coconut oil and agave in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until mixture is hot, not boiling.
4. Pour syrup over oat mixture and stir until well mixed and cooled slightly. Stir in dairy-free chocolate chips quickly but thoroughly.
5. Press the mixture into an ungreased 8-by 8-inch pan and bake for 20 minutes.
6. Remove from oven and cool completely. Cut into 2-inch squares.