Description
Quinoa-chia bites deliver a powerhouse of nutrition in each delectable morsel. Packed with protein and wholesome ingredients, these no-bake treats offer a guilt-free snack you will crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup crispy quinoa or cooked white quinoa
- ¼ cup unsweetened cacao powder or unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- ¼ cup unsalted nut or seed butter (sunflower, cashew, almond, etc.)
Binding and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- ¼ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Seasoning:
- 1 pinch of fine grain salt
Instructions
- Prepare a flat surface by lining it with parchment paper, ensuring a clean and non-stick workspace for creating the quinoa-chia bites.
- Gather all ingredients in a medium mixing bowl, transforming them into a cohesive mixture by stirring thoroughly until each component is evenly distributed.
- Utilize a small scoop to craft uniform bite-sized morsels, carefully depositing each portion onto the prepared parchment-lined surface. Aim for a consistent batch of approximately 9-10 delectable treats.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the freezer, allowing the bites to solidify completely. For optimal texture and flavor, permit them to set for a minimum of three hours, with overnight chilling recommended for best results.
- Remove the bites directly from the freezer when ready to indulge. Consume promptly, as these delicate morsels will begin to soften within 7-10 minutes at room temperature. Savor each bite while maintaining its perfect frozen consistency.
Notes
- Chilling these delightful bites transforms their texture into a fudgy, melt-in-your-mouth treat that feels like a decadent dessert.
- Overnight freezing ensures maximum flavor development and creates a perfectly firm consistency that holds together beautifully.
- Quick preparation means you can whip up these protein-packed snacks in minutes, making them an ideal healthy option for busy lifestyles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg