No Bake Samoa Bites (Printable)
Chocolate, caramel, and coconut combine in these easy no-bake bites inspired by the classic cookie.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Base
01 - 1 cup pitted dates
02 - 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
03 - 1/2 cup almond flour
04 - 2 tbsp cocoa powder
05 - 1/4 tsp salt
→ Caramel Coconut Layer
06 - 1/2 cup creamy almond butter
07 - 2 tbsp maple syrup
08 - 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, toasted
→ Chocolate Coating
09 - 3 oz dark chocolate, chopped
10 - 1 tsp coconut oil
# Directions:
01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking during chilling.
02 - Combine pitted dates, shredded coconut, almond flour, cocoa powder, and salt in a food processor. Process until the mixture becomes sticky and holds together when pressed.
03 - Scoop approximately 1 tablespoon of the mixture and press firmly into a compact ball. Flatten slightly to create a stable base. Repeat until all mixture is used.
04 - Whisk almond butter and maple syrup in a small bowl until completely smooth. Fold in toasted coconut until evenly distributed.
05 - Top each base bite with a heaping teaspoon of the caramel coconut mixture. Press gently to ensure the filling adheres to the base.
06 - Combine dark chocolate and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until completely smooth and glossy.
07 - Dip the bottom of each assembled bite into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off. Return to the parchment-lined sheet. Drizzle remaining chocolate over the tops for garnish.
08 - Refrigerate the bites for at least 30 minutes until the chocolate is completely set and the filling is firm.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- They satisfy that Samoa cookie craving in about 20 minutes flat
- The base is naturally sweet and holds together beautifully without any baking
02 -
- The base mixture will feel dry at first but keeps processing until it starts clumping together
- Room temperature ingredients blend much smoother, especially the almond butter
03 -
- Warm your measuring spoon under hot water before scooping the almond butter for cleaner portions
- If the chocolate seizes, add a teaspoon more coconut oil and keep stirring