Gluten-Free Coconut Almond Bark

By Gluten Free Recipes team · Updated October 25, 2026

This delightful gluten-free bark, featuring the satisfying crunch of toasted almonds and the sweet chewiness of coconut, all coated in rich, melted chocolate. It's a perfect balance of nutty, tropical flavors and a crisp texture that melts in your mouth.

Easy gluten free

Prep: 5 min Cook: 15 min Total: 35 min Serves: 4

At a glance: This easy snacks recipe yields 4 servings in about 35 minutes (5 min prep, 15 min cook). It uses 4 ingredients — including sliced almonds, unsweetened shredded coconut, dairy-free dark chocolate chips — and walks through 5 steps. Updated October 25, 2026. Browse more snacks recipes or return to all gluten-free recipes.

Gluten-free coconut almond bark made with sliced almonds, unsweetened shredded coconut and dairy-free dark chocolate chips

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Cross-Contamination Warning for Gluten-Free Coconut Almond Bark: When preparing this snacks recipe, chocolate chips, shredded coconut and sliced almonds should all carry a gluten-free label, since each is often packed on shared lines. Melt the chocolate in a clean double boiler or microwave-ready bowl.

Gluten-Free Notes for Gluten-Free Coconut Almond Bark: This recipe is naturally gluten-free, relying on nuts, coconut, and chocolate. Always ensure your chocolate chips and any other processed ingredients are gluten-free.

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Ingredients

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1 cup sliced almonds Shop
1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut Shop
8 oz dairy-free dark chocolate chips Shop
1 tbsp coconut oil Shop

Instructions

1 Prepare your baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper, ensuring it lies flat. Toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until they become fragrant and lightly golden brown. Remove the almonds from the skillet immediately to prevent burning and set aside.
2 In the same skillet, add the shredded coconut and toast it over medium-low heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until it turns a light golden color and releases a sweet, nutty aroma. Be careful not to burn the coconut, as it can toast very quickly. Remove from heat and set aside with the almonds.
3 Melt the dairy-free dark chocolate chips and the coconut oil together. You can do this in a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water (double boiler method), stirring gently until smooth and glossy, which should take about 5-7 minutes. Alternatively, microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until fully melted and smooth.
4 Spread the melted chocolate evenly onto the prepared parchment-lined baking sheet, creating a thin layer about 1/4 inch thick. Immediately sprinkle the toasted sliced almonds and shredded coconut evenly over the melted chocolate while it is still wet, pressing them down gently to adhere. This step should take about 2-3 minutes.
5 Allow the bark to set completely at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes, or until firm to the touch. For faster setting, you can place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for about 5-10 minutes. Once firm, break the bark into irregular pieces and serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition (per serving)

258

Calories

Protein

27g

Carbs

11g

Fat

Fiber

227mg

Sodium

Tips & Notes

Toast the coconut over medium-low heat and stir constantly. It goes from golden to burnt quickly.
Let the toasted almonds and coconut cool before sprinkling so they don't sink into the chocolate.
Choose dark chocolate chips labeled gluten-free and dairy-free if you need both.

Common questions

How long does Gluten-Free Coconut Almond Bark take?

Gluten-Free Coconut Almond Bark takes about 35 minutes, including resting time: 5 minutes to prep and 15 minutes to cook, for 4 servings.

What should I check before making Gluten-Free Coconut Almond Bark with celiac disease?

Written with gluten-free ingredients. Use products labeled gluten-free, check labels, and ask your clinician about your own needs.

What cross-contamination risk is specific to Gluten-Free Coconut Almond Bark?

Check sliced almonds, unsweetened shredded coconut, dairy-free dark chocolate chips before they go into Gluten-Free Coconut Almond Bark. Chocolate chips, shredded coconut and sliced almonds should all carry a gluten-free label, since each is often packed on shared lines. Melt the chocolate in a clean double boiler or microwave-ready bowl.

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