Decadent Almond Joy Bars

Almond flour and coconut cream make for a healthy treat with all the elements of a candy store favorite.

Ingredients

• 2 cups almond flour
• ¼ cup + 5 Tbs. melted coconut oil
• 6 Tbs. + ¼ cup maple syrup
• 3 oz. unsweetened chocolate, such as Ghiradelli, chopped
• 1 Tbs. coconut milk
• 2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut
• ½ cup dairy-free bittersweet chocolate chips, such as Enjoy Life

Instructions

1. Heat oven to 350°F. Line 8″ square pan with foil. Coat with cooking spray. In bowl, combine almond flour, ¼ cup coconut oil and 3 Tbs. maple syrup; press into pan. Bake 15 min. Let cool.
2. In glass bowl, microwave chocolate 15 sec. Stir until smooth. Stir in coconut milk and 3 Tbs. maple syrup; spread over crust. Chill until firm.
3. In processor, puree shredded coconut, remaining 5 Tbs. coconut oil and ¼ cup maple syrup. Fold in chocolate chips. Spread over chocolate layer. Chill 1 hr. or until set. Garnish as desired.