Homemade Mounds Bars

Homemade Mounds Bars – If you’re a fan of rich chocolate and coconut, you’re going to love these Homemade Mounds Bars! With just a handful of ingredients, these treats come together in no time, offering the perfect balance of creamy coconut filling and a luscious chocolate coating. These bars are a delightful indulgence that taste just like the real thing—maybe even better! Perfect for satisfying a sweet craving or impressing friends with your candy-making skills.

Enjoy the rich flavors of dark chocolate and creamy coconut with this simple homemade Mounds bar recipe. It uses just five ingredients: coconut, coconut milk, maple syrup, coconut oil, and chocolate, combining simplicity with decadent satisfaction.

This recipe is perfect for kids (with adult supervision) or beginner bakers. I even made this as a child! If you’re in the mood for another straightforward sweet, try our Quick Easy Fudge.

For fans of Mounds or Bounty bars, this recipe is a delightful homage, offering a creamy coconut center enveloped in luscious dark chocolate. And if you’re craving more homemade candy, don’t miss out on our Homemade Reese’s Peanut Butter Eggs, Vegan Thin Mints, Vegan Butterfingers, Vegan Ferrero Rocher, and Homemade Twix Bars.

Why You’ll Love This Homemade Mounds Bars Recipe

• Simplicity and Cost-Effectiveness: This recipe is wonderfully straightforward and more economical than its commercial counterparts. You won’t need specialized equipment like a candy thermometer or a double boiler.
• A Treat for Coconut Lovers: Fans of coconut will delight in the similarity to Bounty Bars, making these homemade candy bars a perfect match.
• Ideal Gift Option: These candy bars are an excellent gift choice for the holidays or any special occasion. Just add a decorative bow to elevate your thoughtful present.
• Chocolate and Coconut Bliss: Fulfill your chocolate desires with a luscious coconut center—homemade always adds a special touch!
• A Cherished Recipe: This chocolate coconut bar recipe has been a staple since my childhood, evidenced by the recipe card penned in my own 10-year-old handwriting. It’s a tried and true favorite!

Ingredients for Homemade Mounds Bars Recipe

• Shredded Coconut: Opt for unsweetened shredded coconut, although sweetened coconut can be used for a taste closer to traditional bars but expect a sweeter result and additional sugar.
• Coconut Milk: Ensure you use canned full-fat coconut milk and shake it well before opening. Avoid using coconut milk from cartons or those labeled as light. Canned coconut cream is also a suitable alternative.
• Coconut Oil: Both refined and unrefined coconut oil are appropriate for this recipe.
• Maple Syrup: This can be swapped for another liquid sweetener like agave syrup or honey.
• Chocolate Chips: While dark chocolate chips are recommended, dairy-free milk chocolate chips or semi-sweet chocolate can also be used.

How To Make This Homemade Mounds Bars Recipe

Step 1: In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, powdered sugar, shredded coconut, and almond extract. Mix thoroughly; using your hands may make it easier to blend everything together.

Step 2: Press the mixture firmly into a 9-inch square baking pan lined with foil or parchment paper. Smooth it out, ensuring an even layer. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours until firm.

Step 3: Once firm, remove the mixture from the pan and slice it into 32 bars.

Step 4: In a microwave-safe bowl, add the chocolate chips and a small amount of oil. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth. Adjust with more oil if the chocolate is too thick.

Step 5: Using a fork, dip each coconut bar into the melted chocolate, letting any excess drip off. Place the coated bars on a parchment-lined sheet pan.

Step 6: Once all bars are coated, refrigerate them until the chocolate is fully set.

Homemade Mounds Bars

Yield: 32

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Additional Time: 1 hour

Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

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Ingredients

• ¾ cup prepared mashed potatoes (instant variety used)
• 16 ounces powdered sugar
• 4 cups flaked coconut (unsweetened variety used)
• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• 3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil (additional as needed; light olive oil used)

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, powdered sugar, coconut, and almond extract. Mixing with hands might be easiest. Press the mixture into a 9-inch square baking pan lined with foil or parchment. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours until firm.

Slice the firm coconut mixture into 32 bars. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and oil. Microwave for 20 seconds, stir, and repeat as needed until the chocolate is smooth and fully melted, adjusting oil if too thick.

Dip each coconut bar into the melted chocolate using a fork, letting excess chocolate drip off. Place on a parchment-lined sheet pan. Once all bars are coated, refrigerate to set the chocolate.