Chocolate Peanut Butter Quinoa Crunch Bites
Indulge in the delightful world of Chocolate Peanut Butter Quinoa Crunch Bites, a scrumptious no-bake snack that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you need a nutritious energy boost before your workout, a satisfying sweet treat after dinner, or a healthy option for kids’ lunchboxes, these bites have you covered. With the rich flavor of peanut butter combined with crispy quinoa and luscious chocolate, each bite offers a satisfying crunch and taste. Plus, they are quick and easy to prepare—ready in just 45 minutes!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup puffed quinoa (or puffed rice)
- ½ cup natural peanut butter
- ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips (or semi-sweet)
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
Instructions
- Line a mini muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a saucepan over low heat, combine peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, and salt; stir until smooth.
- Remove from heat and mix in puffed quinoa until evenly coated.
- Spoon the mixture into muffin liners and press down gently to compact.
- Chill in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes to firm up.
- Melt dark chocolate chips with coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler until smooth.
- Spoon melted chocolate over each base and sprinkle with flaky sea salt if desired.
- Return to the fridge for another 30 minutes until set.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg