Crispy Quinoa Cacao Cookies
Delightful no-bake cookies made with wholesome ingredients like coconut butter, sunflower seed butter, and cacao powder, perfect for a healthy indulgence.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Healthy
- Diet: Vegan, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 cup Coconut Butter (Can substitute with coconut oil)
- 1/2 cup Sunflower Seed Butter (Nut-free option)
- 1/3 cup Maple Syrup (Use pure maple syrup)
- 1/2 cup Unsweetened Cacao Powder (Cacao preferred for nutrients)
- 1 pinch Salt (Use to taste)
- 2 cups Puffed Quinoa (Look for pre-puffed options)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Tools: Gather your ingredients and tools, including a mixing bowl, spatula, and a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Mix the Butters: In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of coconut butter and 1/2 cup of sunflower seed butter until well combined.
- Add Maple Syrup: Pour in 1/3 cup of maple syrup into the mixture and mix until smooth and creamy.
- Incorporate Cacao: Stir in 1/2 cup of unsweetened cacao powder and a pinch of salt until fully combined.
- Stir in Puffed Quinoa: Gently fold in 2 cups of puffed quinoa, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
- Shape the Cookies: Scoop out the mixture and form small balls or cookie shapes, pressing them down slightly.
- Chill to Set: Refrigerate for about 30 minutes to firm up the cookies.
- Enjoy: Serve chilled directly from the refrigerator or incorporate into other dishes as desired.
Notes
Customize the sweetness and texture to your preference. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg