Raspberry Coconut Protein Bark (What Bark Is + Why You’ll Love It)
This Raspberry Coconut Protein Bark is a simple no-bake treat made with a creamy coconut protein base and raspberries. Broken into rustic bark pieces, it’s a refreshing, freezer-friendly snack that combines indulgent flavor with a nourishing protein boost. 🥥🍓
Servings 10
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup freeze-dried raspberries
- 1/2 cup coconut butter, store bought or homemade recipe link below in notes
- 1/2 cup coconut oil
- 1/2 cup desiccated coconut
- 2-4 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (to taste)
Optional Toppings
- Extra shredded coconut
- Freeze-dried raspberries, crushed
- Chopped nuts
- Chocolate drizzle
Instructions
- Line a 8 x 8-inch baking pan, tray or dish with parchment paper on the bottom and sides leaving some overhanging to act as a handle to get the bars out easier for cutting. In a coffee grinder or small food processor, process dried berries until they are a fine powder. Set aside.In a medium saucepan over a very low heat, combine coconut butter, coconut oil, desiccated coconut and sweetener. Stir frequently until all ingredients are well combined and melted.Pour about half of the mixture into the prepared baking pan. Add the raspberry powder to the remaining mixture in the pan and stir until well combine.Dollop the raspberry mixture over top the coconut mixture in the pan and swirl with a knife. Sprinkle with extra coconut or freeze-dried raspberries if desired.Freeze for 30 -45minutes, or until completely firm then break into chunks.Store in the fridgeup to 1 week or freezer for up to 3 months.Let sit for a few minutes before eating if stored frozen.
Notes
Homemade Coconut Butter
If you are anywhere near the health food or fitness circles, you have no doubt heard of coconut oil by now. But have you ever heard of coconut butter? Oh my gosh is it good. It tastes like the most delicious, decadent, oh-so-bad-for-you treat. Except, it’s not. It’s actually really good for you. In fact, coconut butter packs a boatload of benefits:
It’s rich in lauric acid, which boosts immunity and destroys harmful bacteria, viruses, and funguses.
It actually boosts your metabolism, which aids in weight loss and increases energy levels.
Its a superb ingredient for protecting and replenishing the hair and skin
It’s packed with healthy fats, so you feel full longer.
It’s full of essential amino acids, calcium, and magnesium.
Basically, coconut butter is just plain awesome.
It’s so creamy, buttery, naturally sweet and full of nutrients, and it’s hard to believe that this tasty Homemade Coconut Butter from Scratch is made with one ingredient! You may not know this, but a jar of high-quality coconut butter can be expensive.
Yes, that is one of the reasons that you should make you own - it’s unbelievably easy. Besides being incredibly good for you, coconut butter greatly enhances the creamy texture of desserts, smoothies, ice creams, fudge and hot beverages. Even a spoonful out of the jar is not a bad thing!
Once you start using it, you will find many other ways to sneak it into your diet.😊
Go here for the recipe: Homemade Coconut Butter
