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Zesty Pink Lemon Coconut Chocolate Bites. Vegan Glutenfree Recipe

February 11, 2013 By Richa 32 Comments

Zesty Pink Lemon Coconut Chocolate Bites | Vegan Richa
 


Raise your hand if you celebrate Valentines day :). We usually skip it, as there is already a celebration a week before for our wedding anniversary. 8 years this year! 
But hey, there were those years, when everyone scrambled to find something special to gift and do on this day. To celebrate great relationships, here is cute little bar with fresh zesty coconut layer topped with chocolate.  I know I know.. Another pink coconut bar for V-day, colored with beet. You have to try these to know what I am talking about. 
The fresh burst of lemon from the zest, chewy Coconut flakes, no added oil, no added food color, and Chocolate. love at first bite(cheesy line alert).

Zesty Coconut Chocolate Bites

For more Chocolatey options.. see the collection here. 

Here are some amazing Ideas, options and brands for Valentines day... Fair trade Chocolates, plant friendly and fair trade flowers, eco friendly jewellery and more! Have a beautiful vday with your loved ones. 

Step Pictures:

In a large pan, roast the ground Oats for 6-7 minutes on low-medium heat until there is a slight change in color and fragrant.



Stir frequently.



Meanwhile, blend the roasted beet and water into a smooth puree. Add to a small pan with the sugar.
Mix well and heat on low-medium heat until the syrup becomes almost 1 string consistency.



Add ground coconut flakes and lemon zest to the oats and mix well to distribute and reduce heat to low.



The syrup should be ready right about now. Add the syrup to the oat coconut mixture.
Mix well and take off heat.



Drop the thick mixture onto parchment and press using spatula into a somewhat rectangle shape.



Melt the chocolate chips in a double boiler and pour over the coconut bars.
Or bring 2 Tablespoons coconut milk. Add chocolate chips, take off heat. Whisk until smooth.



Let the chocolate cool completely before cutting into bars.



Zesty Lemon Coconut Chocolate Bars.
Allergy Information: Dairy, Egg, Corn, Soy, Nut, Gluten-free 
Makes 16 small(1.5 inch) bites.

Ingredients:
1/2 cup coarsely ground Oats (use certified gf if needed)
3/4 cup coarsely ground dry Coconut flakes(pulse 3-4 times)
2-3 teaspoons lemon zest (to taste)

Sugar syrup
1/2 cup ground raw sugar or florida crystals or other fine sugar or choice
1/4 cup water
1 inch slice of raw or Roasted Red Beet(about a quarter of a medium sized beet)

1/3 cup chocolate chips

Method:
In a large pan, roast the ground Oats for 6-7 minutes on low-medium heat until there is a slight change in color and fragrant.
Stir frequently. Meanwhile, blend the beet and water into a smooth puree. Add to a small pan with the sugar. Mix well and heat on low-medium heat until the syrup becomes almost 1 string consistency.
Add ground coconut flakes and lemon zest to the roasted oats and mix well to distribute and reduce heat to low. The syrup should be ready right about now. Add the syrup to the oat coconut mixture. Mix well and take off heat. 
Drop the thick mixture onto parchment and press using spatula into a somewhat rectangle shape.
Melt the chocolate chips in a double boiler and pour over the coconut bars. Spread evenly.
Let the chocolate cool completely before breaking into bars. Cool in the refrigerator to make it easier to cut them. Store in an airtight container in a cool place for 3-4 days.


You can also make balls of the mixture when warm to touch, and coat in chocolate. Or cut out hearts from the pressed rectangle and coat in chocolate.
I opt for the easy option.:) square bar bites.

To Roast Beet root: Peel the beet. Make a few knife stabs. Tighly cover in foil and bake at 350 degrees F for 45 minutes. 55-60 minutes if baking 3-4 beets together.
You can also use Canned, or raw beet. or cook the beet on stove top with a little water. 

To make your own Chocolate with cocoa powder and Coconut oil, see Katie’s recipe here.



These bars are being shared at Slightly Indulgent Tuesdays, Ricki’s Wellness Weekend. , Allergy Free Wednesdays, Shine Supper club


Other options for V-Day.

Samoa French Toasts or Molten Lava French toast breakfast in bed.

Baked Strawberry or Raspberry Doughnuts with Chocolate Rum Ganache.



Beet Pear Minneola Apple Smoothie



Pretty Very Berry Granola

Chai Spice Banana Ice cream, Mocha Chocolate Brownie Cake, Salted caramel Drizzle Sundae. 

Beet Chickpea Sliders

And this pretty Lasagna Bolognese. 

Filed Under: dessert, gluten free, snack, valentines day Tagged With: vegan



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  1. Caitlin says

    February 11, 2013 at 3:22 pm

    i personally love having dayv send me flowers at work every valentine’s day <3 sometimes he’s not the best at vocalizing his love and appreciation for me and is better with showing me how much he cares. so on holidays(birthday, christmas, valentine’s day, anniversary), he always goes all out 😉

    i love these zesty coconut bars! you are so creative with beet juice! and coconut+lemon+chocolate is a match made in heaven!

    Reply
    • Richa says

      February 11, 2013 at 5:42 pm

      😀 i think that is one common problem:) vivek gave me a wireless router for our first valentines day together after moving here. Go figure:)
      now the vday anniv or birthday presents are limited to girly stuff. nothing outside of flowers, chocolates, jewelery, cute things is allowed. 🙂
      i love the zest and coconut.. makes it so addictive.

      Reply
  2. foodfeud says

    February 11, 2013 at 6:21 pm

    So pretty! And happy anniversary! These look a little like those Italian Rainbow cookies. I used to looove those, although they were more almondy than lemony. These sound refreshing.

    Reply
    • Richa says

      February 11, 2013 at 9:38 pm

      Thank you Maud. i havent heard of rainbow cookies. will look them up!:)

      Reply
  3. anunrefinedvegan.com says

    February 11, 2013 at 8:38 pm

    I can totally make these!! Somehow I ended up w/ three bags of coconut flour (which I love so I”m NOT complaining, but still).

    We don’t celebrate Valentine’s Day – we acknowledge it – but don’t put a lot of emphasis on it either. PS Happy anniversary!

    Reply
    • Richa says

      February 11, 2013 at 9:37 pm

      Thanks Annie :)wow 3 bags! there is tons of ways i can use up all that coconut flour:)

      Reply
  4. arati kadav says

    February 11, 2013 at 9:34 pm

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  5. arati kadav says

    February 11, 2013 at 9:34 pm

    I have cocoa powder and no chocolate chip. How can I make the substitute work?

    Reply
    • Richa says

      February 11, 2013 at 9:36 pm

      you can use this recipe to make your own chocolate bars. just cocoa powder, sweetner and coconut oil. http://chocolatecoveredkatie.com/2012/01/15/three-ingredient-chocolate-bars-1/ 🙂

      Reply
  6. christine says

    February 11, 2013 at 10:58 pm

    I think we’ll both enjoy these on V day – we’ll go for a meal another day – we don’t pay inflated prices for a meal on the day:)

    Reply
    • Richa says

      February 12, 2013 at 3:26 am

      i hear you.. the prices are insance for sure.. we are planning to head out ont he weekend to celebrate instead!

      Reply
  7. Gabby @ the veggie nook says

    February 12, 2013 at 2:42 am

    Yum there are so festive! Love the use of beet 🙂

    Reply
    • Richa says

      February 12, 2013 at 3:26 am

      Thanks Gabby! Beet are my fave pink alternative:)

      Reply
  8. Rachel R. says

    February 12, 2013 at 3:17 am

    These look wonderful! I have a couple questions: I know these are not the *healthiest* options, but…a) would a slice of canned beet work in place of the roasted beet? (I am not very familiar with beets, so I’m rather clueless.) And b) Lemons are usually coated with wax and such, right? What’s the best way to be sure you have all that stuff off before you zest the lemon? I’ve always been a bit chicken to use lemon zest, fearing that I’ll end up with a recipe full of wax and no actual zest. 😉

    Reply
    • Richa says

      February 12, 2013 at 3:25 am

      Anything with sugar cannot really be that healthy 🙂 Canned beet should work too. just puree it well. I buy either organic lemons or from the farmers market, and usually lightly scrub the lemons in hot water and have never tasted any wax. maybe the organic lemons are not waxed. i know people also add a little vinegar to a bowl of hot water and use that to wash waxed produce.

      Reply
  9. kankana says

    February 12, 2013 at 6:12 am

    I have a special corner in my heart for beetroot! These sounds perfect for the love day 🙂

    Reply
    • Richa says

      February 13, 2013 at 6:20 am

      Thanks Kankana. i love that vibrant color from beets:)

      Reply
  10. kristy says

    February 12, 2013 at 11:57 pm

    Happy anniversary! These bars look delightful- lemon & oats & chocolate! Yes, please!

    Reply
    • Richa says

      February 13, 2013 at 6:24 am

      Thank you Kristy! they definitely are. i will have to make them again tomorrow:)

      Reply
  11. Monica Chambers says

    February 13, 2013 at 12:24 am

    These look amazing! I can’t wait to try them! I just have a question though, would the syrup work if I used stevia or does it actually need to be real sugar?

    Thanks for the inspiration!

    Reply
    • Richa says

      February 13, 2013 at 6:24 am

      It has to be sticky syrup. you can maybe use maple or agave. Or you can try add the stevia to coconut milk and add that hot full fat coconut milk. 2-3 Tablespoons to the roasted dry ingredients so it all comes together. The texture might be slightly different and the shelf life will be just a day. if you want to kee them longer, Refrigerate it for 2-3 days.

      Reply
  12. Sunday Morning Banana Pancakes says

    February 13, 2013 at 3:52 pm

    So pretty!!! I love the bright pink against the dark brown, this is such a fun valentines day treat!

    Reply
  13. Kamila Gornia says

    February 13, 2013 at 6:33 pm

    These are sooo pretty. I love the photo with the contrast the most.
    I will be sharing this on my blog tomorrow, hope you don’t mind 😉

    http://www.sensualappealblog.com

    Reply
  14. Joey says

    February 13, 2013 at 10:17 pm

    If Valentine’s Day means eating all those coconut slices, then I’m in. Actually, I do need something to give my other half tomorrow – if I make a big batch of these, everyone’s a winner!

    Reply
  15. VeganFling says

    February 15, 2013 at 6:08 pm

    Happy Anniversary! I love these pretty pink bars – they sound so good!

    Reply
  16. Heather says

    February 19, 2013 at 5:06 pm

    Hi I’m Heather! Please email me when you get a chance, I have a question about your blog! LifesABanquet1(at)gmail.com

    Reply

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