Description
Crispy quinoa cacao cookies deliver a guilt-free chocolate indulgence that merges wholesome ingredients with irresistible crunch. Packed with nutrient-dense quinoa and rich cacao, these no-bake treats offer a delightful alternative for health-conscious snack enthusiasts seeking pure deliciousness.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups puffed quinoa
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) unsweetened cacao/cocoa powder
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) coconut butter
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) unsweetened sunflower seed butter
Sweeteners:
- ⅓ cup (80 milliliters) maple syrup
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) pure vanilla extract
- ⅛ teaspoon (0.625 milliliters) salt
Instructions
- Prepare a parchment-lined baking sheet to create a clean workspace for crafting these decadent no-bake treats.
- Melt coconut butter, sunflower seed butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract together in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring until the mixture transforms into a velvety, uniform liquid.
- Incorporate cacao powder and salt into the warm mixture, whisking thoroughly to ensure a rich, deep chocolate flavor throughout.
- Delicately fold puffed quinoa into the chocolate base, gently coating each crispy grain to distribute the mixture evenly.
- Utilize a cookie scoop or tablespoon to portion the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, carefully shaping each cookie with gentle pressure.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the freezer, allowing the cookies to solidify and develop a firm, fudgy texture for approximately 30 minutes.
- Once completely set, transfer the crispy cookies to an airtight container and store in the freezer for a convenient, indulgent snack ready to enjoy at any moment.
Notes
- Chill out with these no-bake, guilt-free treats that pack a nutritious punch without turning on the oven.
- Puffed quinoa adds a delightful crunch and transforms ordinary cookies into a texturally exciting snack.
- Swap ingredients easily if you have allergies or prefer different nut butters for personalized flavor profiles.
- Freezer-friendly cookies mean you can prepare a batch ahead of time for quick, satisfying moments of indulgence.
- These gluten-free, dairy-free delights offer a healthier alternative to traditional chocolate cookies with clean, whole food ingredients.
- Store in the freezer for up to one month, creating a convenient grab-and-go snack that stays perfectly crisp and delicious.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg