Monday, March 19, 2012

Almond Joy Bites

Had to use up the rest of the coconut flakes, so I made these babies before bedtime. It's a simple and easy dessert recipe that requires no baking at all. It's also gluten-free! ...but still heavy on the calories and sugar content, so watch out. This recipe makes for 2 dozen. You can always opt to make the bites smaller and drizzle the chocolate over them instead of dipping in chocolate.

Unlike most things I make for the first time, I have to say these came out pretty well. D had three right after one another before I could even have my first bite. He says they're better than the real thing. Hearing this makes my day.





Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups coconut flakes
1/4 cup raw honey
1 tbsp coconut oil or cream
1 tbsp coconut flour
24 almonds
1/2 cup chocolate chips

Mix flakes, honey, coconut oil/cream and flour into a medium bowl. You might have to use your hands for this. If the filling is not stiff, chill in the refrigerator. Otherwise, roll the filling between your palms into 1" balls and place onto Silpat liner or parchment paper. Press an almond into the center of each ball and chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes.

While chilling, prepare your chocolate. Melt the chocolate chips in the microwave in 30-second intervals or place them into a small pot on low heat. Make sure to stir every 30-seconds, so the chocolate melts evenly and doesn't burn.

Once the bites are chilled, spoon the melted chocolate onto each. If you can find a way to dip the bites without falling apart, you can do that. Or, just drizzle chocolate over for calories. Let them chill in the fridge for another 20 minutes.

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