Description
These Chocolate Quinoa Bites are a delightful, bite-sized treat that combines the rich, smooth flavor of dark chocolate with the nutty creaminess of cashew butter and the light crunch of popped quinoa. Perfect as a quick snack or a healthy dessert option, these no-bake bites come together in minutes and require only a few simple ingredients.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 150g dark chocolate
- 4 tbsp cashew butter
- 25g popped quinoa
Instructions
- Melt the chocolate: Break up the dark chocolate into small pieces and place them in a heat-proof bowl. Microwave on high power, heating in short bursts of 10-15 seconds and stirring in between, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth. This careful stirring prevents burning.
- Add cashew butter: Stir in the cashew butter to the melted chocolate, mixing thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Fold in popped quinoa: Gently fold the popped quinoa into the chocolate and cashew butter mixture, ensuring the quinoa is evenly distributed without crushing it.
- Shape and chill: Spoon or spread the mixture into flat disks on a baking sheet or chopping board lined with parchment paper. Once shaped, place them in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set completely.
- Serve and enjoy: After chilling, remove the bites from the refrigerator and enjoy your crunchy, chocolaty snack!
Notes
- Use good quality dark chocolate for best flavor and texture.
- Be careful not to overheat the chocolate in the microwave to avoid burning.
- You can substitute cashew butter with almond or peanut butter if preferred.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- These bites are naturally gluten-free and vegetarian.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
