Description

Dark Chocolate Quinoa Crisps are a healthy and delicious treat, combining the nutty crunch of quinoa with rich dark chocolate. They are quick to make, highly customizable, and perfect for a satisfying snack or dessert.

Ingredients

1 cup cooked quinoa

1 cup dark chocolate chips (at least 70% cocoa)

1/2 cup almond butter

1/4 cup honey or maple syrup

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/4 teaspoon sea salt

1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)

1/4 cup dried fruit (optional)

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Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, almond butter, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, and sea salt. Stir until well mixed and sticky.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring after each. Allow it to cool slightly before adding to the quinoa mixture.
Pour the melted chocolate over the quinoa mixture and stir until fully combined. Optionally, fold in chopped nuts or dried fruit.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and drop spoonfuls of the quinoa mixture, flattening them slightly into discs.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set the chocolate and firm up the crisps.
Once set, remove from the fridge. Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Notes

Nut butter swaps: Try peanut butter or cashew butter for different flavors.
Sweetener alternatives: Agave syrup or coconut sugar can be used instead of honey or maple syrup.
For a flavor boost, add cinnamon or espresso powder.
For a tropical twist, add dried mango or banana chips.
Add puffed rice or crispy cereal for extra crunch.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for several days.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Snack, Dessert
Method: No-bake
Cuisine: Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 crisp
Calories: 130
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 30mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg