Mounds Bars Made at Home

2 cups sweetened shredded coconut 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 cups dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips

• 1 tbsp. coconut oil

Instructions:

1. Combine the shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla essence in a mixing dish. Stir until all of the ingredients are fully combined.
2. Combine the shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla essence in a mixing dish. Stir until all of the ingredients are fully combined.
3. Lay parchment paper in a baking dish or pan.
4. Pour the coconut mixture onto the prepared dish and push it down hard to form an even layer. You can accomplish this with the back of a spoon or your hands.
5. Refrigerat the dish for 1 hour until the coconut mixture is solid.
6. Remove the coconut mixture from the refrigerator once it has firmed up and cut it into rectangular bars or desired shapes.
7. Combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds at a time, stirring after each, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
8. Dip each coconut bar into the melted chocolate, coating completely. You can do this with a fork or a dipping utensil.
9. Return the chocolate-coated bars to the parchment-lined plate and refrigerate for about 30 minutes, or until the chocolate has set.
10. Once the chocolate has hardened, your homemade Mounds bars are ready to eat! Refrigerating them in an air tight container.

You can modify the sweetness or chocolate coating to your liking. Have fun with your handmade Mounds bars!