No-Bake Pistachio Dark Chocolate (Print Version)
Rich bars with pistachios, dark chocolate, coconut, and oats. Naturally sweet, chewy, and no oven needed.
# Ingredients:
→ Base
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1 cup shelled pistachios, roughly chopped
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1/2 cup rolled or quick oats
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1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
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1/4 teaspoon sea salt
→ Binding Mixture
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1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
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1/4 cup almond butter or peanut butter
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Topping
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1/2 cup dark chocolate chips or chunks
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1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional, for chocolate melting)
# Steps:
01 -
In a large bowl, combine chopped pistachios, oats, shredded coconut, and sea salt until evenly mixed.
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In a microwave-safe bowl, warm almond butter and honey or maple syrup in 20-30 second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth and melted.
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Stir vanilla extract into the melted binding mixture thoroughly.
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Pour the melted wet mixture over the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly until all components are evenly coated.
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Line an 8x8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper and press the mixture evenly and firmly into the base.
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In a small bowl, microwave dark chocolate chips and coconut oil (if using) in 20-30 second intervals, stirring between each interval until completely smooth.
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Evenly drizzle or spread melted chocolate over the pressed base and smooth with a spatula.
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Refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours, or until the bars are firm and set.
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Remove from pan, cut into bars of desired size, and serve.
# Notes:
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Bars can be stored refrigerated in an airtight container for up to one week.