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Almond Joy Bars

The perfect treat for Almond Joy candy bar lovers! This simple recipe lets you make them at home any time you are craving them.

Ingredients:

  • 4 cup shredded coconut
  • 1/4 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 pkg. (11 1/2-oz) milk chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup vegetable shortening
  • 26 whole natural almonds (about 1 oz.)
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Directions:

Line two large cookie sheets with waxed paper. Set large wire cooling rack on paper; set aside. Place coconut in large bowl; set aside.

Place corn syrup in a 1 cup glass measure. Microwave on high (100%) 1 minute or until syrup boils. Immediately pour over coconut. Work warm syrup into coconut using the back of a wooden spoon until coconut is thoroughly coated.

Using 1 level measuring tablespoon of coconut, shape into a ball by squeezing coconut firmly in palm of one hand, then rolling between both palms. Place 2 inches apart on wire racks. Let dry 10 minutes. Re-roll coconut balls so there are no loose ends of coconut sticking up.

Place milk chocolate and shortening in a 4-cup glass measure or 1 1/2 quart microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high 1 to 2 minutes or until mixture can be stirred smooth and is glossy; stirring once or twice.

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Working quickly, spoon 1 level measuring tablespoon of the chocolate over each coconut ball, making sure chocolate coats and letting excess chocolate drip down onto waxed paper. While chocolate coating is still soft, lightly press whole almond on top of each. Let stand to set or place in refrigerator.

Store in a single layer in airtight container. Keeps best if refrigerated.

Makes 26.

By Chell

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February 3, 20110 found this helpful

These sound fantastic! I can't wait to try this recipe out now, thanks! I have always enjoyed Almond Joy candy bars and this sounds like the closets thing to creating them.

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Would make a great and inexpensive Xmas or birthday gift for anyone on your family list! Thanks for sharing this recipe!

 
February 13, 20140 found this helpful

I was not impressed with this recipe. The coconut did not stay compacted together as I expected (I followed the instructions). While they ended up tasting fine, the balls did not stay together enough to withstand the dipping in chocolate. Not sure syrup is the correct ingredient to use here.

 
July 4, 20230 found this helpful

Can't wait to try this, minus the almonds
Look delish either way!!

 

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