If you love Almond Joy candy bars, this gluten free chocolate almond joy cookies recipe will become your favorite.
Moist chewy coconut on top of a chocolate brownie…one bite and you will be hooked!
(*This post is sponsored by Immaculate Baking Company, but all delicious sweet opinions are my own.)
You are in for a treat with these chocolaty gluten free chocolate almond joy cookie bars.
They are not only are these almond joy cookies gluten free, but they are also dairy free. The hero of this dessert is the Immaculate Baking Double Chocolate Cookie Mix. This gluten free cookie mix is easy to use, it mixes up super fast, and it can be used by itself for cookies, or as a part of a fabulous dessert recipe!
Have you seen Immaculate Baking Company mixes in your grocery store? (And if they are close-by, go grab a few boxes because there are so many fun varieties to try!!)
*Note that not all Immaculate Baking Mixes are gluten free. The good news is the mixes that are gluten free are made in a dedicated gluten free facility, so you can be assured these baking mixes are both safe and delicious!
Check out that gooey coconut filled almond joy coconut topping. It blends so well with Immaculate Baking’s Gluten Free Double Chocolate Cookie Mix.
Gluten Free and Dairy Free Dessert!
Can you believe this delicious dessert is dairy free? I was lucky enough to find coconut condensed milk in my local market. Almond joy cookies sweetened by condensed milk give that gooey coconut texture you love in the candy bar!
If you are dairy free as well as gluten free, here are two other delicious dairy free recipes to try. Gluten Free Monkey Bars and Gluten Free Chocolate Orange Donuts.
This recipe for almond joy cookies is so easy to make. All you need is Immaculate Baking Company’s Double Chocolate Cookie Mix ingredients, unsweetened shredded coconut, shredded almonds, and coconut condensed milk.
This cookie bar recipe is really hard to resist! I dare you to eat just one cookie bar!
More Delicious Gluten Free Cookies to Try:
How to make gluten free almond joy bars:
Easy Gluten Free Chocolate Almond Joy Cookie Bars
Ingredients
- 1 box Immaculate Double Chocolate Baking Mix, Make according to directions
- 1 can condensed coconut milk
- 2 cups shredded unsweetened coconut
- 1 cup slivered toasted almonds
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Make the cookie mix according to package directions.
- In a medium sized bowl, add coconut, almond, and condensed milk. Mix well.
- Spray an 8x8 baking dish with coconut oil.
- Add cookie dough to the bottom. Spread to cover the whole bottom and press down. Bake 10 minutes.
- Remove the pan from the oven. Spread the coconut mixture on top.
- Bake an additional 15 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool. Place in the refrigerator to chill.
- Slice and enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12Amount Per Serving:Calories: 404 Saturated Fat: 11g Sodium: 232mg Carbohydrates: 52g Fiber: 4g Sugar: 39g Protein: 7g
More Yummy Gluten Free Dessert Recipes to Try!
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- GF Cranberry Macadamia White Chocolate Chip Cookies
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- Light and Easy French Vanilla Mousse
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- GF Caramel Apple Cake
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- GF Candied Ginger White Chocolate Biscotti
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- GF Strawberry Oatmeal Bars
wilhelmina
February 14, 2019 at 4:11 amMy husband loves almond joy bars, he is going to be in heaven when he comes home to a batch of these bars!
Sandi Gaertner
February 14, 2019 at 8:14 amYou are so sweet to make these for him, let me know how he likes them 🙂
Jillian Wade
February 13, 2019 at 6:19 pmMy GF friend LOVED these and so did my entire family! I will definitely make them again!
Sandi Gaertner
February 13, 2019 at 9:57 pmI am so glad Jillian 🙂
Brandy | Nutmeg Nanny
November 27, 2016 at 3:31 pmOne of my best friends was just diagnosed as gluten intolerant. I’ll be sharing this with her.
Sandi Gaertner
November 27, 2016 at 8:54 pmI hope she likes these Brandy. Please let her know she can drop me a line if she has any questions. Figuring out the next steps after being diagnosed can be pretty confusing. Take care, Sandi
Michelle Ferrand
November 13, 2016 at 8:49 pmI love love love bar desserts! This looks amazing, nice job!
Sandi Gaertner
November 13, 2016 at 9:38 pmThank you Michelle 🙂
Erin
November 13, 2016 at 5:11 pmThese look awesome! As someone who is trying to cut carbs & gluten this makes me feel like I can do that and still have great desserts.
Sandi Gaertner
November 13, 2016 at 9:38 pmI hope you like these Erin 🙂
Tania @The Cook's Pyjamas
November 10, 2016 at 10:17 pmI love the sound of that coconut condensed milk. I will have to keep an eye out for it. Love the sound of those mixes as well. Pity we can’t get them here 🙁
Sandi Gaertner
November 11, 2016 at 12:53 pmI really love the added coconut flavors from this condensed milk. Thank you Tania 🙂
cathy @ Noble pig
November 10, 2016 at 6:19 pmThose look super delicious.
Sharon @What The Fork
November 10, 2016 at 4:28 pmThese look so easy and the fact they are gluten free makes them even better! I would love to try this recipe!
Sandi Gaertner
November 11, 2016 at 12:53 pmThank you Sharon 😉
Dee
November 10, 2016 at 10:44 amThese look incredible, and I love that they’re so easy to make! It’s also nice to see more gluten free options out there!
Sandi Gaertner
November 10, 2016 at 2:13 pmThank you Dee…it is definitely nice. When I first went gluten free, I couldn’t even buy a loaf of bread.
Katrin Nuernberger
November 10, 2016 at 2:44 amI love how easy this recipe is and how few ingredients you need to make something that looks so delicious! My children would be all over it. Thanks for sharing
Sandi Gaertner
November 10, 2016 at 2:14 pmThank you so much Katrin 🙂
Catalina @ Peas & Peonies
November 10, 2016 at 2:01 amYummy! I need to try this soon! Thanks
Sandi Gaertner
November 10, 2016 at 2:15 pmI hope you enjoy them Catalina 🙂
Sabrina
November 10, 2016 at 1:03 amA friend of mine has a gluten-free kid who always feels left out on Halloween! This is a perfect way to share a traditional Halloween candy with them!
Sandi Gaertner
November 10, 2016 at 2:15 pmAgreed. Please let them know they are welcome to reach out to me if they have any gluten free questions 🙂
Erin @ The Speckled Palate
November 9, 2016 at 5:22 pmYUM! I love the sound of these, and I have some family members who would ADORE them! Saving!
Sandi Gaertner
November 10, 2016 at 2:15 pmThank you so much Erin 🙂