Puffed Quinoa Bites

5 from 1 vote

For a wholesome and delightful snack try these mini Peanut Butter and Jam Puffed Quinoa Bites. These bites are kid friendly and naturally sweetened with honey -- they'll be an instant hit with whoever tries them! You can whip up a batch in 15 minutes and easily customize them with your favourite nut or seed butter and favourite jam flavor.

Prep Time15

Chill time30

Total Time45

Course: Snack

Servings: Quinoa bites

Calories: 333kcal

Author: Christy Faber

Ingredients

Puffed Quinoa Mixture

1 cup puffed quinoa
2 tbsp hemp hearts
pinch of salt
½ cup natural peanut butter
2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Jam Filling

3 tbsp mixed berry jam naturally sweet if necessary

Chocolate Topping

½ cup semi sweet chocolate chips
2 tsp coconut oil

Instructions

Begin by combining the puffed quinoa, hemp hearts, and a pinch of salt in a small mixing bowl.
1 cup puffed quinoa, 2 tablespoon hemp hearts, pinch of salt
Add the natural peanut butter, honey, and pure vanilla extract to the bowl. Mix everything thoroughly until well combined.
½ cup natural peanut butter, 2 tablespoon honey, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Line a mini muffin tin with mini muffin liners. Press the quinoa mixture into each well, creating a small indentation in the center of each with the back of a ¼ teaspoon measure.
Fill each indentation with ¼ to ½ teaspoon of mixed berry jam.
3 tablespoon mixed berry jam
In a double boiler, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips along with the coconut oil until smooth.
½ cup semi sweet chocolate chips, 2 teaspoon coconut oil
Pour the melted chocolate over each quinoa bite, using the back of a spoon to smooth out the chocolate layer.
Place the muffin tin in the refrigerator to allow the bites to set. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
Optionally, sprinkle the bites with flaky salt before serving for added flavor. Enjoy!

Notes

Ensure that the quinoa mixture is pressed down evenly and doesn't extend above the top of the muffin liner. This allows the melted chocolate to create a smooth and even coating on top of the bites.

Consider making your own jam using fresh berries for a more vibrant and natural flavor. Homemade jam also allows you to control the sweetness level.

For a decorative touch, you can drizzle melted peanut butter or a contrasting color of melted chocolate over the bites after the main chocolate layer has set.

Don't be afraid to experiment with different flavor combinations. You can try using different nut butters, jams, or even adding spices like cinnamon to the quinoa mixture for a twist.

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