Prep the Ice Cream:

• Line a baking dish with parchment paper.
• Spread the softened vanilla ice cream evenly into the dish.
• Mix in any optional ingredients like chopped nuts.
• Smooth the top and freeze for about 1-2 hours until solid.

Cut the Bars:

• Once the ice cream is firm, lift it from the dish using the parchment paper.
• Cut the ice cream into bars of desired size.
• Place the bars back in the freezer to remain firm.

Prepare the Chocolate Coating:

• In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and coconut oil.
• Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth.
• Allow the chocolate to cool slightly, but not too much to re-harden.

Coat the Ice Cream Bars:

• Remove the bars from the freezer.
• Dip each bar quickly into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is completely covered.
• Allow excess chocolate to drip off before placing it back on the parchment.
• Immediately sprinkle your desired toppings on top while the chocolate is still wet.

Final Freeze:

• Once all bars are coated, return them to the freezer.
• Freeze for an additional 30 minutes until the chocolate is fully set.