Description
These 3-Ingredient Dark Chocolate Quinoa Crisps are a simple, no-bake snack combining the nutty crunch of puffed quinoa with rich dark chocolate. Perfect for a quick homemade treat that offers a satisfying texture and decadent flavor with minimal effort and clean ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Mixture
- 1½ cups dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate bar
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional, for smoother texture)
Crisp Base
- 1 cup puffed quinoa
Instructions
- Melt the chocolate: Begin by melting the dark chocolate either using a double boiler or in the microwave. If microwaving, heat in 30-second bursts, stirring well between each burst until the chocolate is fully melted, smooth, and glossy. Stir in the optional coconut oil now to create a silkier consistency that will help the chocolate coat the quinoa more evenly.
- Mix in the quinoa: Once the chocolate mixture is ready, fold in the puffed quinoa. Stir thoroughly to ensure that each grain is well coated with the chocolate, resulting in a crunchy and glossy mixture.
- Form the crisps: Use a spoon or cookie scoop to drop small mounds of the chocolate-quinoa mixture onto a parchment-lined tray. Shape these mounds into tight domes for a polished look or leave them a bit rustic and jagged for a charming homemade appearance.
- Set the crisps: Place the tray in the refrigerator and chill for approximately 30 minutes or until the crisps have firmed up and are set to the touch.
- Store and enjoy: Once firm, transfer the crisps to an airtight container. Store them in the refrigerator if you want to maintain their snappy texture or keep them at room temperature if you prefer a softer bite.
Notes
- The optional coconut oil helps create a smoother, silkier chocolate coating but can be omitted if preferred.
- These crisps do not require baking and are ideal for a quick, no-fuss treat.
- Store crisps in an airtight container to maintain freshness; refrigeration is best for crunchiness.
- You can substitute the puffed quinoa with puffed rice or millet for a different texture.
- Use high-quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher) for a richer flavor and health benefits.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crisp (approx. 15g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: dark chocolate quinoa crisps, no bake chocolate snack, puffed quinoa treat, easy chocolate crisp recipe, quick vegan dessert
