What gives these Bounty Bars their vibrant pink color?

The stunning pink hue in these bars comes from the addition of pink pitaya powder, which is blended directly into the coconut filling mixture.

How do I ensure the coconut filling sets properly before coating?

After mixing and pressing the filling into a lined container, it's crucial to pop it into the freezer until it is firm enough to cut into bite-sized pieces.

Can I use a different sweetener for the chocolate coating?

The recipe specifies maple syrup for both the filling and coating, which provides a balanced sweetness and liquid consistency for the coating. Substituting might alter the texture.

How should I store these Pink Pitaya Bounty Bars?

Store the finished bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep the chocolate firm and the coconut fresh. They can also be kept in the freezer for longer storage.

Are these bars truly gluten-free?

Yes, all ingredients listed, including desiccated coconut, coconut oil, maple syrup, pink pitaya powder, and cacao powder, are naturally gluten-free, making these bars suitable for a gluten-free diet.

9 years ago

Pink Pitaya Bounty Bars
[Vegan, Gluten-Free]

HT By: Heidi Turunen

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A close-up of vibrant pink pitaya bounty bars, cut into neat rectangles, coated in dark chocolate, and arranged on a serving plate.

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Pink Pitaya Bounty Bars [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

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These bars are as tasty as they are beautiful. The filling is made from coconut and gets its vibrant pink hue from the pitaya powder inside and then, they are covered in a simple but elegant homemade chocolate shell.

Ingredients You Need for Pink Pitaya Bounty Bars [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

For the Filling:

1 1/2 cups desiccated coconut
1/3 cup coconut oil, melted
1/4 cup maple syrup
2 tablespoons pink pitaya powder

For the Chocolate Coating:

1/3 cup coconut oil, melted
1/3 cup maple syrup
1/3 cup cacao powder

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How to Prepare Pink Pitaya Bounty Bars [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

Place all the filling ingredients into a mixing bowl and stir until well combined.
Press the mixture into a lined container or a cake tin. Pop in the freezer to set.
In the meantime, place all the chocolate coating ingredients into a clean mixing bowl and stir until well combined.
Remove the filling ingredient from the freezer and cut into bite sized pieces. Dip each piece in chocolate coating