Description

Chocolate Covered Strawberry Bars are a refreshing, no-bake vegan dessert made with a chewy coconut-date base, a creamy strawberry coconut layer, and a rich dark chocolate topping. Naturally sweetened, gluten-free, and perfect for summer treats, picnics, or healthy snacking.

Ingredients

Scale

Base Layer:

1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
1 cup pitted Medjool dates
Pinch of salt

Strawberry Layer:

1½ cups fresh or frozen strawberries (hulled)
2 tablespoons maple syrup
⅓ cup coconut butter, melted

Chocolate Topping:

½ cup dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate
1 tablespoon coconut oil

Optional:

Shaved dark chocolate or flaky salt for garnish

Instructions

Make the base: Blend dates, shredded coconut, and salt in a food processor until sticky. Press firmly into a parchment-lined 8×8-inch pan. Freeze while preparing next layer.
Prepare strawberry layer: Blend strawberries and maple syrup until smooth. Add melted coconut butter and blend until creamy.
Layer: Pour strawberry mixture over the base and spread evenly. Freeze for at least 1 hour until firm.
Melt chocolate: Gently melt dark chocolate and coconut oil over low heat until smooth.
Top: Pour chocolate over the frozen strawberry layer and spread quickly. Sprinkle garnish if using.
Set: Freeze for 30 minutes or until chocolate is firm.
Slice & serve: Remove from pan, slice into bars or squares, and serve chilled.

Notes

Dates too dry? Soak them in warm water for 10 minutes before blending.
Do not replace coconut butter: It’s essential for setting the strawberry layer.
Clean slices: Use a warm knife and wipe between cuts.
Storage: Keep chilled for best texture.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 180
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 40mg
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg

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