Description
Indulge in the perfect blend of health and flavor with Dark Chocolate Quinoa Crisps. This delightful snack combines the nutty crunch of quinoa with rich dark chocolate for a satisfying treat that is both nutritious and delicious. Easy to prepare and customizable, these crisps are ideal for an afternoon pick-me-up or a guilt-free dessert. Enjoy the crispy texture without compromising on health!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup uncooked quinoa
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 2 tbsp coconut oil (melted)
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Rinse quinoa under cold water, then combine it with 2 cups of water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until fluffy.
- In a large bowl, mix the cooked quinoa with dark chocolate chips, honey or maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and sea salt until well combined.
- Spread the mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet and flatten it down.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Keep an eye on them to avoid burning.
- Allow to cool for 5 minutes before breaking into pieces and transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz (28g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg