High Protein Quinoa Bars
A simple and healthy snack, these High Protein Quinoa Bars provide lasting energy without the sugar crash.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Refrigeration
- Cuisine: Healthy
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup puffed quinoa
- 1/2 cup natural nut butter (e.g., almond or peanut)
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the puffed quinoa, nut butter, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir until well combined.
- Gently fold in the dark chocolate chips.
- Line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper and pour the mixture into the dish, pressing down firmly to pack it evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until set.
- Once set, cut into bars and enjoy as a snack or healthy treat.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for up to three months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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