Description
These no-bake Chocolate Berry Bars combine fresh strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries with toasted almonds and coconut flakes, all drizzled with melted dark chocolate and set into a delicious frozen treat. Perfect for a refreshing, guilt-free snack or dessert that’s simple to prepare and packed with natural flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped into small pieces
- ¾ cup fresh blueberries
- ¾ cup fresh raspberries
Chocolate Layer
- ¾ cup dark chocolate chips
- ¼ cup coconut oil
Toppings
- 2 tablespoons coconut flakes
- ¼ cup slivered almonds
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
Instructions
- Melt Chocolate: In a medium microwave-safe bowl, add the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 1-minute increments, stirring between each, until the mixture is melted and smooth. Set aside.
- Toast Almonds and Coconut: Preheat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the slivered almonds and coconut flakes. Toast them until golden brown, stirring frequently to avoid burning. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare Loaf Pan: Line a 9×5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the bars once set.
- Layer Berries and Toppings: Add the chopped strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries into the loaf pan in layers. Sprinkle the toasted almonds, coconut flakes, and chia seeds evenly over the berries for crunch and nutrition.
- Drizzle Chocolate: Evenly drizzle the melted chocolate mixture over the layered berries and toppings. Tap the loaf pan gently on the counter a few times to help everything settle together uniformly.
- Freeze: Place the loaf pan in the freezer and allow the bars to freeze for 7 hours, or until fully set and firm.
- Slice and Serve: Remove the loaf pan from the freezer. Using the parchment paper flaps, lift the frozen block out onto a cutting board. Let it thaw for 2-3 minutes to soften slightly, then slice into 8 bars using a serrated knife. Enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Be sure to toast the almonds and coconut flakes carefully to avoid burning and to enhance their flavor.
- You can substitute dark chocolate chips with semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips depending on your preference.
- These bars are best kept frozen until right before serving to maintain their texture.
- Feel free to use any combination of fresh berries based on availability or taste.
- Use a serrated knife for easier cutting of the frozen bars.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
