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No-Bake Chocolate Quinoa Bites

No-Bake Chocolate Quinoa Bites
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No-Bake Chocolate Quinoa Bites are nutrient-packed, delicious, and easy-to-make snacks that combine the wholesome crunch of quinoa with rich dark chocolate and healthy nut butter. Perfect for a quick energy boost, guilt-free treat, or party favorite, these versatile bites require no baking and can be customized with a variety of add-ins to suit your taste and dietary preferences.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • 1 cup cooked quinoa (cooled completely)
  • 1/2 cup nut butter (such as almond or peanut butter)
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup dark chocolate pieces or cacao nibs
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds or flaxseeds

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Quinoa: Begin with thoroughly cooked quinoa that has been cooled completely—this ensures the bites hold their shape and have that satisfying crunch.
  2. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, stir together the nut butter, maple syrup or honey, and vanilla extract until smooth and well blended—this mixture will act as the glue.
  3. Mix in Dry Ingredients: Fold the cooled quinoa, chia seeds or flaxseeds, and dark chocolate pieces or cacao nibs into your wet base. Mix gently to maintain the quinoa’s delicate texture.
  4. Form the Bites: Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, shape the mixture into bite-sized balls and place them on a parchment-lined tray for chilling.
  5. Chill and Set: Refrigerate the bites for at least 30 minutes, allowing them to firm up so they hold together perfectly when eaten.

Notes

  • Perfectly cooked quinoa: Rinse quinoa thoroughly and cook until just tender to avoid mushiness in the bites.
  • Use creamy nut butter: Smooth, fresh nut butter helps with binding the mixture easily.
  • Chill well: Don’t skip the chilling step, as it makes the bites more compact and less crumbly.
  • Try mini chocolate chips: They melt slightly but remain intact, adding wonderful texture contrasts.
  • Adjust sweetness gradually: Taste the mixture before forming bites and add sweetener little by little as needed.

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