Almond Joy Recipe

Published: September 18, 2015. Last Updated: May 9, 2024 by: Ginny McMeans

Copycat Almond Joy Candy Bars taste exactly like the original. Easy to make and the no-bake middle treat gets dunked in chocolate. Add candy eyes for fun!

Copycat Almond Joy Candy Bars are piled in a green jar with their googly eyes looking at you. Swirly chocolate hair and mouths are in scary and cuts poses.

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Why You'll Love This Homemade Almond Joy Recipe

No-Bake Recipe- This homemade candy recipe requires no baking, only a few simple steps to create the perfect homemade almond joy!

Delicious- The combination of sweet coconut, creamy chocolate, and crunchy almonds makes a truly mouth-watering homemade almond joy recipe that you'll be proud to share with family and friends.

Easy- This recipe is easy enough for most novice of bakers to make. It only requires a few basic ingredients and simple instructions, so you can whip up your almond joys with ease!

Copycat Almond Joy Candy Bars are shaped like fat chocolate heads with big candy eyes and swirly chocolate hair.

Equipment Needed

Parchment Paper
Cookie Sheet
Food processor
Pastry Cutter (Optional)
Microwave Safe Bowl
Stirring Spoon
Fork
Toothpicks
Measuring Cups and Spoons

Ingredients

For The Candy Bar:

Un-Sweetened Coconut Shreds- Used to create the texture and sweetness of the filling.
Coconut Oil- Used to bind the shredded coconut together.
Maple Syrup- The main source of sweetness in these bars.
Almond Extract- Enhances all the other flavors in this recipe and adds complexity.
Salt- Balances out the sweetness from the maple syrup.
Raw Almonds- Gives a nice crunchy texture and flavor to the Almond Joys.

For The Coating:

Semi-Sweet Vegan Chocolate Chips- Used to make the chocolate coating.
Coconut Oil- Helps thin out the melted chocolate so it can be poured over the bars.

Copycat Almond Joy Candy Bars taste exactly like the original. Very easy to make with the no-bake middle treat dunked into melted chocolate.

How To Make Homemade Almond Joys

If you love almond joys, you will love how easy this great recipe is! Start off making homemade almond joys by preparing a parchment-lined baking sheet for effortless removal and cleaning. Afterward, put the unsweetened shredded coconut, maple syrup, almond extract, coconut oil, and salt in your food processor. Thoroughly blend the coconut mixture until the coconut shreds become broken down into small pieces. Scoop out the coconut filling and create a large ball. Divide this larger ball into 12 smaller portions and place them evenly spaced apart on your cookie sheet. Then, press down each one with the palm of your hand to flatten. Use the side of a pastry cutter or knife to turn each piece into rectangles and lightly press one almond in the center. Place these coconut and almond combinations in the freezer for at least 60 minutes before they're ready to be coated.

After freezing for an hour, or longer, it's time to start coating your bars. Begin by melting the vegan chocolate in the microwave for 15 seconds at first, stir; then repeat every 5 seconds until fully melted. Finally, stir in the coconut oil until smooth.

Remove the candy bars from the freezer and submerge each one into the melted chocolate. A toothpick can come in handy at this point if you have any on hand; simply insert a pick into each bar to make coating easier. Lift them out of the chocolate, using a fork's flat side to cleanly swipe off excess chocolate, then place back onto parchment lined baking sheet to let the chocolate harden or transfer the baking sheet to the fridge to harden quickly.

Note: If you're looking to dress up this recipe for the holidays, remember to decorate each one when you place them back on the lined cookie sheet, this ensures that the chocolate remains soft enough for decorations to easily stick.

Copycat Almond Joy Candy Bars are piled in a green jar with their googly eyes looking at you. Swirly chocolate hair and mouths are in scary and cute poses just for Halloween.

Popular Substitutions & Additions

To make this homemade recipe for almond joys your own, try adding some of your favorite ingredients! Here are a few ideas:

Use chia seeds or hemp hearts instead of almonds.
Swap out the raw almonds for roasted almonds, pecans, walnuts, or pistachios.
Add cocoa powder to the coconut mixture for an extra chocolate flavor.
Dried fruits like cranberries, cherries, or blueberries
Substitute the semi-sweet chocolate chips for a vegan variety of dark chocolate chips or milk chocolate chips. Vegan chocolate melts or bars are more chocolate options.
Flaked sea salt on top of the chocolate coating to add a hint of salty sweetness.
Add a couple of drops of almond or vanilla extract to the coconut mixture for more flavor.
For extra festivity during the holidays, decorate your candy bars with fun and creative faces using candy eyes, sprinkles, and vegan dark chocolate drizzled on top.

Can You Freeze Homemade Vegan Almond Joys?

Yes, you can definitely freeze your homemade almond joys! Simply wrap them individually and place them in an airtight container. They will stay fresh for up to 3 months if stored properly in the freezer. When you want to enjoy a frozen treat, simply remove one or more of the homemade almond joys from the freezer and let it thaw at room temperature before enjoying them.

You can also refrigerate your almond joys instead of freezing them. Store them in an airtight container lined with wax paper. Evenly space each homemade almond joy in a row, adding wax paper between each layer, making sure the chocolate doesn't stick together.

Copycat Almond Joy Candy Bars are piled in a green jar with their googly eyes looking at you. Two photos with one above the other. Swirly chocolate hair and mouths are in scary and cuts poses.

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