Description
These delightful Chocolate Quinoa Bites are a healthy and delicious treat that satisfies your sweet tooth while providing a boost of nutrients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup nut butter (peanut or almond)
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, cocoa powder, honey or maple syrup, nut butter, dark chocolate chips, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Form the mixture into small bite-sized balls.
- Place the bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes to set.
- Enjoy your delicious Chocolate Quinoa Bites!
Notes
- For a vegan version, use maple syrup and a plant-based nut butter.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Feel free to add nuts or dried fruits for extra texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: snacks
- Method: no-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg