Home · Recipes · Desserts & Baking · Brownies, Bars, & Pastries · Brownies & Blondies Almond Joy Brownies Author: Maryanne CabreraPublished: Apr 28, 2014Updated: Nov 13, 2023 View Recipe11 ReviewsThis post may contain affiliate links. Read our disclosure policy. Take all the components of the classic candy bar and transform them into these super rich Almond Joy Brownies! I was in second grade the first time I had an Almond Joy. My elementary school teacher had passed out candies for Halloween. I found the name of the candy very alluring: Almond JOY. The candy bar’s name tricked me into believing it was candy bar oozing with so much almonds that I would jump for joy, or something similar to that reaction. I ripped open the pretty blue wrapper and took a big bite of the bar. All I got was a mouthful of coconut. I inspected the rest of the candy bar and found only ONE almond. One measly almond. Naturally, I was disappointed. Chocolate Coconut Brownies I can’t hate Almond Joy forever. It contains one of my favorite combinations: coconut, almond, and chocolate. When it comes down to it, I just didn’t like the proportions used in the candy bar. These Almond Joy Brownies are jam packed with chocolate and almonds. I think it truly is an almond JOY! While I sprinkled the almonds on top of the coconut, you can also add another layer of almonds underneath the coconut for an added surprise. I don’t suggest adding almonds to the brownie batter because the almonds end up getting soggy during baking. Another option for more almonds: substitute almond meal (ground almonds/almond flour) for all-purpose flour in the brownie batter. Want more chocolate coconut goodness? Try these other sweet recipes: Dark Chocolate Almond Joy Truffles are a quick and easy homemade chocolate treat that would make perfect little gifts for Valentine’s Day, Easter, or Mother’s Day.Banana Coconut Ice Pops dipped in dark chocolate and topped with toasted almonds. Chocolate Caramel Coconut Cake is comprised of two coconut cake layers with a shredded coconut caramel filling frosted with chocolate buttercream. Almond Joy Brownies No ratings yet An adaptation of a classic candy bar. These rich and decadent brownies are topped with sweetened coconut and sliced almonds. They truly are an almond JOY treat!Yield: makes 9″x13″ pan Prep Time: 25 minutes minutesCook Time: 25 minutes minutesChill Time: 1 hour hourTotal Time: 1 hour hour 50 minutes minutes Servings: 20 Print Recipe Pin Recipe Rate Recipe IngredientsFudge Brownies:▢ ¾ cup unsalted butter (170 g), cut into tablespoons▢ 1 pound 72% dark chocolate, finely chopped (454 g), about 2 ⅔ cup▢ 5 large eggs▢ 1 ¾ cup light brown sugar (350 g) packed▢ ½ teaspoon fine sea salt▢ 1 cup all-purpose flour (130 g)Coconut Topping:▢ 14 oz bag sweetened shredded coconut (397 g), about 4 ½ cups▢ ¾ cup sweetened condensed milk (234 g)Almond Topping:▢ 1 ¼ cup sliced almonds (108 g)▢ 4 oz dark chocolate melted Instructions Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9"x13" baking pan with parchment paper. Butter sides of pan. Set aside.Fill a pot with about 1-inch of water. Bring to a simmer. Place a large heat-proof bowl over simmer water. Add butter and chopped chocolate in bowl. Slowly melt chocolate and butter until smooth. Be careful not to overheat the chocolate. Stir as needed to ensure the chocolate melts evenly. Remove from pot and let sit at room temperature as you prepare remaining ingredients.Combine eggs, brown sugar, and salt. Use a hand mixer or stand mixer to mix ingredients together. Mix for 4-5 minutes until mixture is thick and pale in color. Mix until ribbon stage is achieved.Add melted chocolate to egg mixture. Fold to combine. Add flour and gently fold until there are no longer any dry streaks of flour.Pour mixture into prepared baking pan. Spread into an even layer. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the top of the brownies crack. No need to test with a toothpick. The brownies will be wet and fudge-like until it cools. Let brownies cool in pan while you prepare toppings.Coconut Topping: In a large bowl, fold together coconut and condensed milk. Spread coconut mixture over slightly cooled brownies.Almond Topping: Sprinkle sliced almonds over coconut. Gently press to ensure almonds stick to coconut. Drizzle melted chocolate over almonds. Place brownies in the fridge to set up. Chill for 1 hour (or overnight).Slice chilled brownies to desired portions. Let chilled brownies sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before serving. Store brownies in an airtight container. To extend life of brownies, keep stored in the fridge. NotesIt is best to cut brownies while they are cold to ensure clean slices. Use a sharp knife and wipe knife clean after each slice. NutritionCalories: 514kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 155mg | Potassium: 406mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 41g | Vitamin A: 322IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 98mg | Iron: 5mg Author: Maryanne Cabrera Course: DessertCuisine: American Did you make this recipe?Show us on Instagram! Tag @littleepicurean and hashtag #littleepicurean.
Angie@Angie's Recipes says: April 29, 2014 wow I love these brownies, esp. with that awesome coconut topping. Excellent! Reply
Momwith3kids says: April 30, 2014 The Almond joy brownies are fantastic, they are also incredibly healthy, this is one of the best brownies recipes I have ever used. The 72% dark chocolate helps take fat off the body, this is the treat we use in our dieting group and it works. We are making this Saturday for our diet group. http://diettolose30.blogspot.com/2014/04/eat-chocolate-lose-weight-truth.html Reply
Xander says: April 30, 2014 One of my favorite candy bars converted into one of my favorite desserts! Love the picture of the tower of brownies with the accoutrements looming in the background. Great recipe and photos Little Epicurean! Reply
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