Chocolate Chip Coconut Bars (Gluten-Free)

These chocolate chip coconut bars are easy to make, gluten-free, and a delicious treat that’s perfect to take to parties or to make with children. With just a few ingredients, you’ll have a whole tray of bars that melt in your mouth. We use ingredients like coconut flour and gluten-free graham crackers to make this a gluten-friendly option.

The Sweet Marriage of Coconut and Chocolate

Coconut and chocolate are a classic combination that you just get the craving for, like peanut butter and chocolate. We opt for using Wildly Organic coconut flakes in this recipe because they are dehydrated in a process that doesn’t use chlorinated water and a bunch of preservatives, like most store-bought coconut flakes. And while you can use any kind of chocolate chips for these coconut slices, we recommend Wildly Organic’s fermented cacao nibs for a delicious flavor that packs a nutritious punch. Cacao is an excellent source of antioxidants, like flavonoids and polyphenols, fiber, protein, and healthy fat.

Gluten-Free Substitutes

Graham crackers or shortbread cookies can be used to make the crust for these chocolate chip cookie bars. Most grocery stores sell gluten-free versions of both, or you can make your own using gluten-free flour. Coconut flour is an excellent gluten-free option to use in recipes that call for flour because it’s naturally low in digestible carbohydrates and is high in fiber and protein. It also has a great texture that can make bread light and soft, and baked goods stay moist.