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    Home » Collections » Holiday Fudge, Bars, Bark and Candy

    Coconut Bark

    Published: Dec 11, 2021 · Modified: Feb 5, 2022 by Kim Beaulieu · This post may contain affiliate links

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    coconut bark stacked

    This Chocolate Coconut Bark is quick, easy and made with only 3 ingredients. It's a simple candy recipe that is a must make for special occasions.

    Chocolate Coconut Bark stacked with random pieces surrounding it.

    I'm a serious sucker for quick and easy chocolate candy bark recipes. If I'm being honest, my two all time favourites are Oreo Bark, and Marble Pistachio Bark.

    My Dad was a huge bark fanatic so I've been making it since I was a teenager. I've probably made over 200 batches over the years.

    Typically, I do not temper my chocolate when I make bark for the holidays. To be honest, it doesn't seem worth it when it gets gobbled up so fast.

    Honestly, I like to keep it simple, especially during the busiest time of the year. Not only is this coconut bark quick to make but it's also absolutely delicious.

    This chocolate coconut bark only uses 3 ingredients and takes just a few minutes to make. You can melt the chocolate in a double boiler or you can melt it in the microwave.

    However you melt it be sure to be sure to use your favourite chocolate. I've used them all, including milk, semi-sweet, dark and white chocolate.

    Now, go forth and make this chocolate coconut bark as soon as possible!

    coconut bark in a pan

    Ingredient Notes:

    • Chocolate - Any kind of chocolate works for this recipe. Use whatever type you love the most.
    • Extract - I used coconut extract but you could use vanilla extract.
    • Coconut - Shredded coconut is the way to go. You can use toasted coconut if you like it.

    How to Make Chocolate Coconut Bark:

    1. First melt the chocolate in a double boiler, or microwave. Melt until smooth.
    2. Next, add the coconut extract. Stir well.
    3. Then, pour the chocolate onto a parchment lined baking sheet and smooth out it out with a spatula.
    4. Sprinkle shredded coconut over top.
    5. Next, place the baking sheet in the fridge to set the bark.
    6. Then, remove the baking sheet from the fridge and break the bark apart.
    7. Serve!

    coconut bark on a dark board

    How to Store:

    • First of all, always cool the bark completely before wrapping it up or sealing it in a container.
    • This bark is not tempered so it needs to be stored in the fridge so it does not melt.
    • You can store it in a freezer bag but make sure you remove ALL the air from it.
    • It can also be stored in an airtight container. I recommend placing parchment or waxed paper between the layers.
    • The bark can be stored in the fridge for 1 to 2 weeks.
    • This coconut bark can also be stored. in the freezer for up to 2 months. Just be sure it's wrapped tightly and stored in an airtight container.

    Variations:

    1. Nuts - Almonds, cashews, Brazil nuts or pistachios would work well in this recipe.
    2. Dried Fruit - Adding dried bananas, mango, papaya or dried orange peels would taste great.
    3. Chocolate - Mix things up and use white chocolate. Or do a marble pattern with the chocolate mixture by swirling white chocolate with semi-sweet, milk, or dark chocolate.

    Chocolate Coconut Bark chopped on a dark surface.

    More Holiday Treats:

    • Chocolate Peppermint Bark
    • Mendiant
    • Black Forest Bark
    • S’mores Cookies 
    • Chocolate Peanut Butter Bark
    • White Chocolate Oreo Cookie Balls
    • Easy Chocolate Peppermint Fudge
    • Pretzel Bark with Peppermint

    Chocolate Coconut Bark on a white plate

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    Chocolate Coconut Bark stacked with random pieces surrounding it.
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    Coconut Bark

    This Chocolate Coconut Bark is quick, easy and made with only 3 ingredients. This simple candy recipe is a must make for special occasions. 
    Course Candy
    Cuisine American
    Keyword chocolate coconut bark, coconut bark
    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Cook Time 2 minutes
    Total Time 7 minutes
    Servings 12
    Calories 203kcal
    Author Kim Beaulieu

    Equipment

    • 8 inch Square Baking Pan
    • Parchment Paper
    • Double Boiler
    • OR
    • Glass Mixing Bowl

    Ingredients

    • 12 ounces semi sweet chocolate chopped
    • 1 teaspoon coconut extract
    • 1 cup shredded coconut
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions

    • If you're melting the chocolate in a double boiler, bring water to a boil in a saucepan. Lower it to a simmer and place a heat proof glass bowl over top of the water but no touching it. Toss the chocolate in the bowl and melt until smooth. Stir as needed.
      If you're melting it in the microwave, then toss the chocolate in a microwave safe bowl and melt for 2 to 3 minutes. Make sure you check it often after the 1 minute mark.
    • Add the coconut extract to the chocolate. Stir well.
    • Pour the mixture into an 8 x 8 parchment lined pan.
    • Toss the coconut over top the chocolate.
    • Pop the pan in the fridge to set up. This should take 20 to 60 minutes.
    • Remove the pan from the fridge. You can either break apart by hand or cut it. I prefer rough edges so I break mine by hand.
    • This coconut bark can be given away as gifts or eaten up all my your little old self.
    • Enjoy!

    Notes

    Originally posted on December 18, 2011.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 203kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 23mg | Potassium: 186mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 14IU | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 2mg

    Chocolate Coconut Bark on a white plate.

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    Comments

    1. Free Spirit Eater

      December 18, 2011 at 2:33 pm

      I absolutely adore chocolate bark and this recipe in particular looks soo yummy! Haven't had it with coconut flakes yet but will add some to the bark I make for my family. Have a good one Kim! =]

      Reply
    2. janet@fromcupcakestocaviar

      December 18, 2011 at 6:05 pm

      oooo, a Barking Mounds bar. I could eat a few tons of this... and then need more fat girl pants thanks to you...AGAIN 😛

      Reply
    3. kelly @ inspired edibles

      December 18, 2011 at 6:29 pm

      Love the idea of a coconut bark - I have not done a lot of baking with coconut so far this holiday season so this is wonderful inspiration!

      Reply
    4. Anne Regalado

      December 18, 2011 at 7:00 pm

      How come we can (il)legally 😀 download music but not food ? hahahaha Will have some of that now please ?!!!

      Reply
    5. Marina {Yummy Mummy)

      December 18, 2011 at 8:00 pm

      You are doing awesome with your Christmaspalooza!

      Reply
    6. Happy When Not Hungry

      December 18, 2011 at 8:06 pm

      Great idea using the coconut! Looks delicious!

      Reply
    7. Christiane Potts

      December 18, 2011 at 9:24 pm

      Good luck getting everything done by next week! Thanks for sharing the bark through the madness. It's fantastic.

      Reply
    8. easyfoodsmith

      December 18, 2011 at 11:30 pm

      Yummy! Coconut and chocolate flavours make a great combination and they are loved by my family. Thanks for posting this recipe.

      Reply
    9. Ann

      December 18, 2011 at 11:40 pm

      You ARE running around like a lunatic! Busy and posting like mad! I hope you get the tree up soon and I can't wait to see what you come up with next!

      Reply
    10. Kim Bee

      December 19, 2011 at 1:42 am

      @Kym- Thanks so much my dear. You must give this one a try. Hope you and your sweetie are all settled into the new place and rocking the Christmas decor!

      @Janet- I am determined to keep us in fat girl pants till the new year. As long as we fit through doors we are doing okay.

      @Kelly- Thank you so much. You are so sweet. Hope you make some coconuty goodness soon.

      @Anne- That made me giggle like crazy. It's so good and easy. Thanks so much for coming by.

      @Marina- Aw, thanks my dear!

      @Happy When Not Hungry- Thank you so much. I love me some coconut!

      @Christiane- Omg I am about to have a nervous breakdown. I need a clone stat. I fear the worst. Lol! Thanks so much, I love bark and it's so easy to make.

      @easyfoodsmith- Thank you so much. Your family is right on the money. I think chocolate and coconut should just be grown together to save me time. Lol!

      @Ann- I am losing it at this point. Lol!I fear the tree is never happening. C got called to work a day tomorrow, and he gets done at 3, home around 4 but K has to work at 5. Ya, tree, don't think so. *sigh*

      Reply
    11. momdecuisine.net

      December 19, 2011 at 4:54 am

      Wow, look at you superwoman! I'm tired just reading all of the things you have going on. I know what you mean about a deadline before a tv show. Anything that doesn't get done before Real Housewives, isn't going to get done 🙂 The bark looks great, I love coconut and chocolate!

      Reply
    12. Kiri W.

      December 24, 2011 at 9:36 am

      Now, THAT's my kind of bark!! Imagine a drooling heap over here in Germany!!

      Reply
    13. Ann Berly

      January 25, 2022 at 10:19 pm

      5 stars
      We made these for a baby shower and they were a hit!

      Reply
      • Kim Beaulieu

        January 26, 2022 at 12:41 pm

        I love that. Glad you liked it.

        Reply

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