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Almond Joy Bites

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup coconut oil
  • 1/3 cup sugar-free sweetener erythritol or monk fruit
  • 2 cups sugar-free dark chocolate chips
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp almond extract
  • 1 cup whole almonds toasted

Method
 

  1. Add shredded coconut, coconut oil, and sugar-free sweetener to the slow cooker and stir to combine.
  2. Cook on low for 1.5 hours, stirring every 20 minutes, until the coconut is lightly toasted and fragrant.
  3. Add chocolate chips, vanilla extract, and almond extract, stirring until chocolate is completely melted and mixture is smooth.
  4. Let the mixture cool for 10 minutes, then scoop tablespoon-sized portions and press one almond into the center of each.
  5. Place the bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for 20-30 minutes until firm, then store in the refrigerator.