Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Spread the shredded coconut on a baking sheet and toast for 5-7 minutes, until golden.
In a mixing bowl, combine the toasted coconut, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and salt.
Line a square baking dish with parchment paper and press the coconut mixture into the bottom evenly.
Refrigerate the coconut mixture for at least 2 hours, until firm.
Once firm, melt the dark chocolate in a double boiler or microwave.
Cut the coconut mixture into bars and dip each one in the melted chocolate.
Place the chocolate-coated bars on a parchment-lined tray and let them set at room temperature or in the refrigerator.