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Almond Joy Cookie Bars

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  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 22 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 16 bars
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Almond Joy Cookie Bars combine a soft, buttery cookie base with sweet coconut, chocolate, and almonds—bringing the flavors of the classic candy bar into a chewy, bar-style dessert.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, divided
  • 3/4 cup chocolate chips (or chunks), divided
  • 1/2 cup slivered or chopped almonds, divided

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in half of the coconut, chocolate chips, and almonds. Reserve the remaining half for topping.
  7. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Sprinkle the remaining coconut, chocolate chips, and almonds on top and gently press into the surface.
  8. Bake for 20–22 minutes or until edges are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Let the bars cool completely in the pan. Use the parchment to lift out and slice into bars or squares.

Notes

Use dark or semi-sweet chocolate for a richer taste.Toast coconut or almonds before adding for extra depth of flavor.Omit almonds for a nut-free version or substitute with other nuts.Let bars cool fully before slicing for clean edges.Bars freeze well and can be stored for up to 2–3 months.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 225
  • Sugar: 19g
  • Sodium: 85mg
  • Fat: 13g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg

Find it online: https://lisarecipe.com/almond-joy-cookie-bars/