Description
These Chocolate Quinoa Bites are a delightful and nutritious snack combining rich dark chocolate, creamy cashew butter, and crunchy popped quinoa. Perfect for a quick energy boost or a guilt-free treat, they are easy to prepare with no baking required.
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, stirring every few seconds to prevent burning, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
- Mix in Cashew Butter: Add the cashew butter to the melted chocolate and stir well until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
- Fold in Popped Quinoa: Gently fold the popped quinoa into the chocolate and cashew butter mixture, making sure it is evenly distributed without crushing the quinoa.
- Form and Chill: Spread the mixture into flat disks on a baking sheet or chopping board lined with parchment paper. Place the sheet in the refrigerator and chill for at least 30 minutes until the bites are fully set and firm.
- Serve: Once set, remove from the fridge and enjoy these crunchy, chocolaty bites as a healthy snack anytime.
Notes
- You can substitute cashew butter with almond or peanut butter if preferred.
- Ensure to stir the chocolate frequently while microwaving to avoid burning.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- These bites are naturally gluten-free.
- For a sweeter treat, consider adding a teaspoon of honey or maple syrup during mixing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 2 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
