Healthy Coconut Raspberry Bars
Quick, easy and healthy coconut raspberry bars. If you're looking for an easy no-bake dessert or healthy snack that doesn't require baking or complicated cooking methods, these bars will be perfect!
Servings: 16 yields
Calories: 153kcal
Equipment
- 8-inch (20cm) square baking pan
Ingredients
For the coconut:
- 2¼ cups Desiccated Coconut
- 3 tablespoons coconut oil
- 4-5 tablespoons Maple syrup
- Pinch salt
Raspberry:
- 2 cups Raspberries
- ¼ cup Water *or same amount of orange juice
- ⅓ cup Maple syrup
- ⅓ cup Orange juice
- Orange zest from one orange
- 3 tablespoons Chia seeds
Instructions
- Line a 8-inch (20cm) square baking pan.
Make the coconut base
- Place all ingredients in a large bowl, mix until combined and sticky.
- Spoon the mixture into prepared pan and press firmly with a spatula or a spoon. Transfer to the freezer and let it firm up as you prepare the sauce.
Make the raspberry sauce
- Place the raspberries in a small saucepan, add water, orange juice, orange zest, maple syrup and cook over medium heat for about 10-12 minutes.
- Add chia seeds, vanilla bean paste and mix. Allow to cool.
- Pour the sauce over the coconut base and refrigerate until set, about 2-3 hours. Cut into squares and serve.
Video
Notes
- Watch the Video Recipe – For a better understanding of the recipe, I recommend watching the step-by-step video tutorial. It will guide you through the shaping, cooking, and texture of the bars to help you achieve the best results.
- Check the FAQs – If you have any questions about ingredient substitutions, cooking methods, or storage tips, be sure to check the FAQs section located under the recipe card.
- Make-Ahead & Storage Tips – These raspberry coconut bars can be
- Line your baking pan with parchment paper: This makes removing the bars and cleanup a breeze.
- Let bars cool completely before cutting: The raspberry jam will firm up as they cool, which helps them hold their shape better when sliced.
- If using frozen berries, don’t thaw them first: They’ll release too much moisture. Use them straight from the freezer.
- Don't skip the orange zest: It will add a fresh zing to the raspberry filling.
- Toast your coconut lightly before adding the other ingredients: It brings out a deeper flavor and a satisfying crunch.
- Add a pinch of sea salt to the topping: It enhances the sweetness and balances the flavors.
Nutrition
Calories: 153kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Sodium: 6mg | Potassium: 133mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 16IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 1mg