Description
These High Protein Chocolate Quinoa Crunch Bars are the perfect blend of a healthy snack and an indulgent treat. Packed with plant-based protein, crunchy puffed quinoa, and rich dark chocolate, they’re ideal for quick breakfasts, easy snacks, post-workout bites, or on-the-go energy. This easy recipe is naturally sweetened, gluten-free, and completely customizable. Whether you’re looking for breakfast ideas, healthy snacks, or dessert alternatives, these chocolate protein bars will hit the spot.
Ingredients
2 cups puffed quinoa
1/2 cup almond or peanut butter
1/3 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
200 g dark chocolate (at least 70%)
1 tablespoon coconut oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch sea salt
Instructions
1. Toast the puffed quinoa in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3–5 minutes until lightly golden and fragrant.
2. In a saucepan over low heat, combine nut butter and maple syrup. Stir until smooth and slightly runny.
3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of sea salt.
4. Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl. Add protein powder and mix until smooth.
5. Fold in the toasted puffed quinoa until fully coated.
6. Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper and press the mixture evenly and firmly into the pan.
7. Melt the chocolate with coconut oil in a heatproof bowl using a microwave or double boiler.
8. Pour half the melted chocolate over the bar base and spread evenly. Chill until set.
9. Flip the block, remove parchment, and coat the other side with remaining chocolate. Chill again until firm.
10. Slice into bars and store in the fridge or freezer.
Notes
Use runny nut butter for easier mixing and smoother texture.
Always chill between chocolate layers to ensure a clean coating.
Slice with a warm knife for neat, even bars.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg