Homemade Bounty Bars | Only 5 Ingredients

• 3 Cups Desiccated Coconut - This is the star of the show, providing that distinct coconut flavor and texture.

• 1 Cup Sweetened Condensed Milk - This sticky, sweet ingredient serves as the binding agent and adds richness to the filling.
  
  
• 225g of Milk or Dark Chocolate - Opt for a chocolate with a high cocoa content for a more intense and luxurious experience.
  
  

• 1⁄2 Cup Thick Cream (heated) - This will thin the melted chocolate and create a smooth and velvety texture.  

• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract: Vanilla enhances the overall flavor profile, complementing the coconut beautifully.
  

• Optional: If you're feeling adventurous, you can add a pinch of sea salt to the chocolate coating for a delightful sweet-salty contrast.
  
  

• Step 1: In a mixing bowl, combine the desiccated coconut, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract. Stir well until all the ingredients are fully incorporated, and you have a sticky, coconutty mixture.

• Step 2: Line a baking dish or tray with parchment paper. Transfer the coconut mixture onto the lined tray, spreading it evenly and compacting it slightly. Aim for a thickness of about half an inch. Place the tray in the refrigerator and allow it to chill for at least 2 hours (or 1 hour in a freezer) 

• Step 3: Once the coconut filling is firm, it's time to prepare the chocolate coating. Melt the chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water, ensuring the bottom of the bowl doesn't touch the water. Stir the chocolate gently until it becomes smooth and glossy.
  
  

• Step 4: Remove the coconut filling from the refrigerator and cut it into rectangular bars, approximately 2 inches long and 1 inch wide. Dip each bar into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated. Use a fork to lift the coated bar, allowing any excess chocolate to drip off.

• Step 5: Place the coated bars on a parchment-lined tray and repeat the process until all the coconut bars are coated in chocolate. If desired, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top of each bar while the chocolate is still wet.

• Step 6: Return the tray to the refrigerator and let the bars chill until the chocolate coating has set completely. This typically takes about 1 to 2 hours.

Voila! Your homemade Bounty chocolate bars are now ready to be enjoyed. The combination of the moist coconut filling and the rich, velvety chocolate coating will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for maximum freshness.

These homemade treats are perfect for indulging yourself or for gifting to friends and loved ones. Package them in a beautiful box or wrap them individually in wax paper for an extra special touch.

At What Age Can You Give Your Child Chocolate?

Although chocolate is delicious, it is not recommended for babies under two years of age as it contains refined sugars and caffeine, which could have negative effects on your baby.

Caffeine is a stimulant that affects the central nervous system. As adults, we can tolerate more caffeine than children can. It can make toddlers feel quite restless and can upset their stomachs.