​🥥 Low-Carb Chocolate Coconut Protein Bars

​2 cups Unsweetened shredded coconut
​2 scoops Vanilla or Coconut protein powder (whey or plant-based)
​1/2 cup Almond flour
​1/4 cup Melted coconut oil
​1/4 cup Sugar-free maple syrup or liquid monk fruit sweetener
​1/4 cup Coconut cream (the thick part from the top of the can)
​The Chocolate Coating:
​1 cup Sugar-free dark chocolate chips (e.g., Lily's)
​1 tbsp Coconut oil

​Instructions

​Mix the Base: In a large bowl, combine the shredded coconut, protein powder, and almond flour. Add the melted coconut oil, sweetener, and coconut cream. Mix until a thick, sticky dough forms.

​Press: Line a square baking pan with parchment paper. Press the coconut mixture firmly into the bottom in an even layer.

​Freeze: Place the pan in the freezer for 10–15 minutes to firm up.

​Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and 1 tbsp of coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.

​Coating: You can either pour the chocolate over the base and spread it evenly, or cut the frozen coconut base into bars and dip each one individually into the chocolate for a full coating.

​Set: Return the bars to the freezer for another 15 minutes until the chocolate is set.