Description
This easy no-bake 3 Ingredient Chocolate Quinoa Crisp combines puffed quinoa, rich dark chocolate, and creamy nut butter to create a delicious and crunchy treat. Perfect for a healthy snack or a quick dessert, these crisps come together in just 40 minutes including chilling time and require no baking.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1½ cups puffed quinoa
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate (dairy-free if needed)
- 2 tbsp nut butter (peanut, almond, or cashew)
- Optional: flaky salt for topping
Instructions
- Melt the chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl or using a double boiler, gently melt the dark chocolate until it becomes smooth and creamy. Stir frequently to avoid burning.
- Mix in nut butter: Add the nut butter to the melted chocolate and mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Combine with quinoa: Fold the puffed quinoa into the chocolate-nut butter mixture, ensuring the quinoa is evenly coated.
- Shape the crisps: For rounds, drop about 2 tablespoons of the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and spread evenly. Alternatively, pour the mixture into an 8×8 inch baking dish lined with parchment paper and press down firmly into an even layer.
- Add finishing touch: Sprinkle flaky salt on top if desired to enhance flavor.
- Chill and set: Place the shaped mixture in the refrigerator for 30 to 60 minutes, or until fully set and firm.
- Serve and store: Slice into squares or bars if using the baking dish method, and store the crisps in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
- Use puffed quinoa, not raw quinoa, to ensure the crisp texture.
- Choose a dairy-free dark chocolate if you want to keep the recipe vegan or dairy-free.
- Nut butter options include peanut, almond, or cashew based on preference.
- Flaky salt is optional but adds a nice contrast to the sweetness.
- Store crisps in an airtight container in the fridge to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American