<\/a> I was recently sent a quart of Tropical Traditions Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil<\/a> to review. \u00a0Tropical Traditions\u00a0Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0is certified organic according to strict USDA requirements. It is hand-made in the Philippines the traditional way. \u00a0Virgin Coconut oil is different from other coconut oils because it\u00a0is made from fresh, certified organic coconuts\u00a0and they have the distinct aroma and taste of coconuts present. Tasteless coconut oils are probably made from copra, not fresh coconuts. \u00a0You can use Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil in many recipes in place of oil and butter. \u00a0The Tropical Traditions website has \u00a0oodles of recipes from\u00a0appetizers\u00a0to desserts. \u00a0I chose to make the chocolate almond bark. \u00a0The ingredients were super simple and listed below. \u00a0It took about 4 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes in the freezer. \u00a0It had a great rich dark chocolate flavor. \u00a0If you like it a little sweeter I would add more honey. \u00a0There are so many other recipes I cannot wait to try.<\/p>\n \u00a0Chocolate Almond Bark Recipe<\/strong><\/p>\n Servings: 8-10 Preparation Time: 10 minutes<\/p>\n 1. In a saucepan, combine cocoa powder and virgin coconut oil. Melt on low heat, stirring continuously.<\/p>\n 2. Add honey and stir for 1-2 minutes until combined.<\/p>\n 3. Remove from heat. Let cool for 1-2 minutes.<\/p>\n 4. Add in almonds.<\/p>\n 5. Line an 8×8 glass dish with parchment paper. Pour chocolate mixture into the dish.<\/p>\n 6. Put in the freezer for 30 minutes (or until hard).<\/p>\n 7. Remove from the freezer, break into squares and enjoy!<\/p>\n 8. Store in the fridge, otherwise chocolate bark will melt.<\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n Mommy Ramblings thinks that Tropical Traditions Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil will help you with your holiday cooking and baking this season and so we have added it to our 2012 Holiday Gift Guide under the section: Products to Help Make Your Holidays Merry and Bright! \u00a0\u00a0You can find out how to use Coconut Oil\u00a0HERE<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0as well as look at the frequently asked questions about Coconut Oil by clicking\u00a0HERE!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Tropical Traditions is sponsoring a giveaway on Mommy Ramblings. \u00a0One lucky blog reader will win a quart jar of Tropical Traditions Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil! \u00a0Thank you Tropical Traditions for the review product and for sponsoring this delicious review on Mommy Ramblings!!! \u00a0Open to US and Canadian Residents.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Tropical Traditions Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil \u00a0Giveaway on Mommy Ramblings Rules:<\/strong><\/p>\n Please enter the giveaway using the Rafflecopter widget below. \u00a0Good Luck!!!<\/p>\n\n