How to Make Coconut Almond Bites

Ingredients

• 2 large egg whites
• 2 tsp raw honey
• 1 tsp pure almond extract
• 2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut
• 16 whole almonds
• 4 oz (110 g) 85 percent cacao dark chocolate bar
• 1 tbsp coconut oil

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a rimmed metal baking sheet with a piece of parchment paper. (Alternately, use a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking.)
2. In a medium bowl, whisk egg whites, raw honey, and almond extract. Add unsweetened coconut and mix until combined.
3. Form coconut mixture around 1 whole almond to make a round ball about 1½ inches (3.75 cm) in diameter. Place on the parchment paper. Repeat with remaining almonds to make 16 balls.
4. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until coconut is a deep golden brown. Remove from the oven and cool completely.
5. When bites have cooled, chop or break dark chocolate bar into small pieces. Place chocolate and coconut oil in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over low heat.
6. When chocolate begins to melt, stir constantly to prevent scorching until completely melted, about 1 minute. Remove from heat.
7. Drizzle chocolate over coconut bites. Let cool completely before serving or storing in an airtight container.