Coconut and chocolate bars using a Thermomix
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Indulge in the delightful decadence of coconut and chocolate bars, a treat that marries the chewy sweetness of dates with the rich crunch of pecan nuts and the tropical flair of grated coconut. Originating from ancient Middle Eastern cultures, dates have been a cherished ingredient for centuries, often referred to as 'nature's candy.' These bars are not just a dessert; they’re a celebration of flavors that transport you to sun-drenched palm trees with every bite. And let’s not forget the dark chocolate—a sophisticated touch that elevates this treat from simple to sensational! Perfect for a midday snack or a post-dinner delight, these bars are bound to become your new favorite guilty pleasure, minus the guilt, of course!
Ingredients
- 250 g Pitted date
- 100 g Powdered almond
- 65 g Pecan nut
- 50 g Grated coconut
- 100 g Dark chocolate
Steps
- Add 250 g of pitted date in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 20sec / 0°C / Speed 10.
- Add 100 g of powdered almond, 65 g of pecan nut, 50 g of grated coconut in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 12sec / 0°C / Speed 8.
- Spread the mixture in a baking dish (15 x 20 cm) lined with parchment paper. Smooth and pack the mixture down with a spatula.
- Cut in pieces, and add 100 g of dark chocolate in the food processor bowl.
- Mix chop: 10sec / 0°C / Speed 6.
- Mix manual: 4:00min / 50°C / Speed 1. Scrape the sides of the bowl with the spatula
- Mix manual: 2:00min / 50°C / Speed 1.
- Remove the lid and wait for the temperature to decrease, then close the lid again.
- Mix manual: 1:00min / 0°C / Speed 1.
- Quickly pour the melted chocolate over the nut mixture by tilting the dish.
- Sprinkle the remaining coconut and refrigerate for 30 minutes (the chocolate should set), then cut into 6 bars.
