Coconut Chocolate Chip Larabars
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Published Aug 28, 2020, Updated Jun 18, 2023
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These homemade coconut chocolate chip Larabars require only five ingredients: dates, almonds, cashews, coconut and chocolate chips.
If you’ve ever had a Coconut Chocolate Chip Larabar before you’ll know it’s packed with coconut flavor and studded with sweet chocolate chips — basically a health nut’s candy bar. I think it might be my favorite Larabar flavor, although I do love Apple Pie, Peanut Butter Cookie and Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip as well.
Homemade Larabars are So Easy
If you’ve never tried your hand at making Larabars before, I’ll let you in on a little secret… they’re incredibly easy to make. Plus, they’re cheaper than buying Larabars at the store. I’ve made homemade key lime Larabars as well, but this coconut chocolate chip flavor is my fave and it’s perfect for a nagging sweet tooth.
Coconut Chocolate Chip Larabar Ingredients
You only need five simple ingredients and a food processor!
- almonds and cashews – raw and no salt added
- Medjool dates – you can buy medjool dates that are already pitted or pit them yourself (it’s super easy). Two brands that I like are Natural Delights and Joolies. You can find Natural Delights in the produce section of most grocery stores (near the bananas) and Joolies are offered on Amazon and Thrive Market.
- unsweetened shredded coconut flakes – be sure to get unsweetened shredded coconut, not the sweetened coconut
- chocolate chips – I like using dark chocolate chips from Enjoy Life or Lily’s. Both of these options are dairy-free.
Can I Use a Blender to Make Larabars?
When making homemade Larabars I like to use my food processor fitted with the S-blade. A high powered blender (like a Vitamix) will likely work in a pinch, but I prefer using my food processor because it chops the dates and nuts more evenly. Using a blender to make energy balls with dates can be done, but it’s kind of a pain and results in a sticky mess.
If you don’t own a food processor, I highly recommend getting one. I have a ton of kitchen appliances and my food processor is one that I can’t live without. I use it ALL THE TIME for everything from thinly slicing onions to shredding Brussels sprouts and making treats like these chocolate covered healthier peanut butter balls.
If you don’t have a food processor and still want to make energy bars, check out my recipe for tahini fig bars or these baked oatmeal bars.
How to Store Homemade Larabars
You can store your homemade Larabars in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer. They’ll last up to 1-2 weeks in the fridge and up to 3 months in the freezer. I like using glass storage containers or Stasher bags.
Not in the mood to press these into bars? I have a recipe for coconut chocolate chip energy balls too!
More Energy Balls and Bars
- Peanut Butter Chocolate Protein Bars
- Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Breakfast Bars
- No Bake Protein Balls
- No Bake Energy Balls
- Blueberry Muffin Energy Balls
- Apple Pie Energy Balls
Coconut Chocolate Chip Larabars
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups medjool dates, pitted*
- 3/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup raw almonds
- 1/2 cup raw cashews
- 1/3 cup chocolate chips, dairy-free if needed
Instructions
- Prep dish: Line a square or rectangle baking dish with parchment paper.
- Process nuts: Place coconut, almonds and cashews into food processor fitted with the S-blade and pulse until everything is chopped into small pieces. Place nut mixture in a bowl and set aside.
- Process dates: Put dates into the food processor and pulse until a paste forms. The dates will probably form into a sticky ball. If they do, break about the ball a bit with your hands.
- Add nuts and coconut back into the processor with the dates and pulse until well combined.
- Add chocolate chips and pulse a few more times, until they’re just incorporated.
- Set and slice: Place in the fridge for 20 minutes to harden up and then slice into bars.
- To store: Store any leftovers in the fridge with parchment paper between them for 1-2 weeks or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
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Notes
- Hard/dry dates: If your dates are hard and dry, you can soak them in warm water for 10-15 minutes to soften. Just drain them well before using.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
I wish I could give this 10 stars!! These are so delicious! I’ve made them both as bars and balls. I love having them as an on the go snack or for dessert. Highly recommend trying them with toasted coconut!
Ahh that makes me so happy to hear, so glad you’re loving this recipe!! 🙂
Thank you for the information and advice that is in this beautiful article, really thank you for the effort
These are delish! They were so easy to make and I like the fact that they’re less wasteful than buying prepackaged bars.
Ahh yay!! So pumped you enjoyed these bars, Leigh! Thanks for making them and for coming back to leave a comment + star rating. I so appreciate it. 🙂
Can other nuts be used, almonds and cashews aren’t good for IBS.
Than you.
Yes, you can swap the almonds and cashews for other nuts. 🙂
Thes bars look delicious! Great to have around to beat insane sugar cravings!!
Yes!! The ultimate healthy treat. 🙂
I cannot wait to try this recipe out. The coconut chocolate chip larabars are some of my favorite!!
Yay!! I can’t wait to hear what you think of them, Kristin. Definitely come back and let me know. 🙂
These look great! How well do they last outside of the refrigerator for a few hours? Since he’s been working from home, I’ve been making my husband a snack box that he keeps on his desk. (He was eating us out of house and home.) I stick a Larabar in every day but they get SO PRICEY. I’d love to go homemade but only if it would retain its shape for a few hours. Thoughts?
Hey Kristina! These should definitely be fine out of the fridge for a few hours. They’ll be softer than when taken directly from the fridge, but they should still hold their shape. 🙂 Can’t wait to hear what you guys think of them if you make them!
Amazing recipe. 10/10 stars in taste, flavor, and texture. It’s a great snack for anyone on a diet, with food allergies, or if your just looking for a snack.
Woot woot! I’m so glad you loved this recipe. It means the world to me that you came back to leave a comment + star rating, so thank you. 🙂
Did you ever try with protein powder in them to boost protein ?
Did you use the raw almonds with skin on?
Yup! You can use almonds with the skin on or blanched almonds if you prefer.
What can i use instead of dates?
You could try using dried figs or raisins instead of the dates.