Chocolate Quinoa Crunch Bites
Crunchy, chocolatey, and naturally nourishing, these Chocolate Quinoa Crunch Bites are an easy no-bake snack that delivers satisfying crunch and wholesome energy in every bite.
Equipment
- Heat Proof Bowl
- Microwave or Double Boiler
- Silicone Muffin Tray or Small Lined Dish
- Spatula or Spoon
Ingredients
- 40 g uncooked quinoa
- 120 g dark chocolate
- 90 g peanut butter
Instructions
- Melt the dark chocolate and peanut butter together in a heat-proof bowl using the microwave or a double boiler. Stir until smooth.
- Toast the quinoa in a dry pan over medium heat for 4–5 minutes, stirring continuously. It should start popping and turn lightly golden.
- Stir the toasted quinoa into the melted chocolate–peanut butter mixture until evenly combined.
- Divide the mixture between 6 cavities of a silicone muffin tray, or pour it into a small dish lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until fully set. Then remove from the mould or slice into pieces and enjoy.
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Notes
TIPS & NOTES:
• Toast the quinoa until lightly golden and popping for the best crunch and nutty flavour.
• Keep the quinoa moving in the pan to prevent burning.
• Melt the chocolate and peanut butter gently to avoid seizing or graininess.
• Let the toasted quinoa cool briefly before mixing to preserve its crisp texture.
• Stir well so the quinoa is evenly distributed in every bite.
• Chill until fully set before removing or slicing for clean edges.
• Store in the fridge for the best texture and crunch. MEASUREMENTS: I always recommend using a kitchen weighing scale and using weighted measurements. This will result in a more accurate process and your Quinoa Crunch Cups will come out perfectly.
MORE INFO:
Read the blog post for a more in-depth explanation of how to make these Quinoa Crunch Cups and more tips and storage instructions.
NUTRITIONAL INFO:
These nutritional values are provided as a guide only and may be different depending on your ingredients and measurements.
• Keep the quinoa moving in the pan to prevent burning.
• Melt the chocolate and peanut butter gently to avoid seizing or graininess.
• Let the toasted quinoa cool briefly before mixing to preserve its crisp texture.
• Stir well so the quinoa is evenly distributed in every bite.
• Chill until fully set before removing or slicing for clean edges.
• Store in the fridge for the best texture and crunch. MEASUREMENTS: I always recommend using a kitchen weighing scale and using weighted measurements. This will result in a more accurate process and your Quinoa Crunch Cups will come out perfectly.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Chocolate Quinoa Crunch Bites
Serving Size
1 serving
Amount per Serving
Calories
220
% Daily Value*
Fat
14.5
g
22
%
Carbohydrates
16.2
g
5
%
Protein
6
g
12
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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