Almond Coconut Chocolate Bark Recipe With Toasting Tips
Written by bhavana verma | October 11, 2025
Almond and coconut are a fun tropical flavor combination used in many dessert recipes. From parfaits to cakes, many recipes combine the nutty flavors of almond and coconut to create a stunning masterpiece. It is one of those combinations that can never fail, and you can try it as you like in just about any recipe. It is even better when you add a third ingredient to its duo that takes the pleasure to a whole new level. And that ingredient is chocolate.
Chocolate, almond, and coconut form the best trinity of flavors when it comes to desserts. You can use this trio in cupcakes, tarts, and many more recipes. If you want to keep things simple, you can simply prepare a bark with these three ingredients. By simply roasting almonds and coconut, melting the chocolate, mixing the ingredients, spreading them out like a thick sheet, and freezing until set, you can prepare perfect bars to take with you anywhere you want and use them as a decoration for many desserts as well.
When prepared in the form of barks, you can enjoy the pleasure of almond, chocolate, and coconut on the go. It becomes easier to pack and store, and with freezing, you can prolong its shelf life too to enjoy it every day. Try this easy recipe and prepare these delightful barks at home in just a few simple steps.
Ingredients:
200g dark chocolate (60–70% cocoa), chopped
½ cup whole almonds
½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
Pinch of flaky sea salt
Method:
Step 1: Melt Chocolate
Chop the dark chocolate bar into small, even pieces with a sharp knife. Keep the pieces of chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Heat water in a saucepan until it starts to simmer then place the bowl of chocolate over the saucepan without touching the water. Let the rising steam settle at the bottom of the bowl so its heat can melt the chocolate. Let the chocolate melt, then stir it to make it smooth and remove lumps. Once the chocolate is melted, remove it from the heat.
Step 2: Mix In Toppings
Now add most of the toasted almonds and coconut shavings into the melted chocolate. Keep some of it reserved for garnishing. Stir the almonds and coconut well until evenly combined.
Step 3: Spread & Garnish
Pour the mixture out onto a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Spread it evenly until it forms a ¼-inch thick sheet. Top it off with a sprinkle of toasted almonds, shredded coconut, and a few flakes of sea salt.
Step 4: Set & Break
Let it set at room temperature. It will harden in about an hour. Then break it into uneven pieces for a rustic look. To speed up the hardening process, you can keep the bark in the fridge for 20 to 30 minutes. When broken into uneven pieces, it gives a rustic boho vibe.
Step 5: Storage:
You can store these bark pieces at room temperature in an airtight container for up to a week or keep them in the fridge for up to 2 to 3 weeks. To prolong storage, keep the barks in a sealed foil bag, and they will remain fresh for up to 2 months.
Tips For Toasting Almonds And Coconut:
For Almonds:
You can toast almonds in a microwave or a dry pan on the stovetop. For oven-toasting, spread the almonds in a single layer on a baking sheet and toast in a preheated oven at 175°C (350°F) for 8 to 10 minutes. Then, stir the almonds halfway through and roast for two more minutes.
For the stovetop, simply toss the almonds in a dry pan until they start to exude a nutty fragrance and turn golden.
For Coconut:
Just like almonds, you can toast coconut in the same way using both stove-top and oven methods. For the oven, spread the shredded coconut evenly on a clean baking sheet and toast it in the oven at 160°C (320°F) for 4 to 6 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes. Since coconut browns too quickly, you need to be careful not to overbake it. Remove it from the oven as soon as it turns golden brown. If you are a beginner, it is best to toast using the stovetop method. Just toss the coconut in a dry pan until it turns golden brown, then spread it out on a sheet to cool.
Since almonds and coconut brown at different rates, you need to toast them separately and avoid toasting them together. Or, the coconut will burn, and the almond will remain raw.