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High Protein Chocolate Puffed Quinoa Bark
Nawaal Ahmed

High Protein No-Bake Chocolate Puffed Quinoa Bark Recipe

Crunchy Chocolate Quinoa Bark with Peanut Butter
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 15
Course: Snack
Cuisine: International
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups puffed quinoa
  • 2 tbsp chia seeds
  • 1 oz freeze-dried strawberries lightly crushed
  • 3/4 cup natural peanut butter
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil
  • 5 oz dark chocolate chopped
  • 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt

Method
 

  1. Line a rectangular baking tray with parchment paper, ensuring the edges are covered for easy removal later
  2. Add puffed quinoa, chia seeds, and most of the crushed strawberries into a large mixing bowl and stir to combine evenly
  3. Warm the peanut butter and coconut oil together until smooth and pourable, then mix until glossy and fluid
  4. Pour the warm mixture over the dry ingredients and stir thoroughly until everything is evenly coated and slightly sticky
  5. Transfer the mixture into the prepared tray and press it down firmly into an even layer, creating a compact base
  6. Chill the tray in the freezer for about 10 minutes until the mixture feels firm to the touch
  7. Melt the dark chocolate gently in short intervals, stirring until smooth and silky
  8. Drizzle the melted chocolate evenly over the chilled base, allowing it to spread across the surface
  9. Sprinkle the remaining crushed strawberries and a light pinch of sea salt on top for flavor and texture contrast
  10. Refrigerate until the chocolate sets completely and the bark becomes firm and snappable
  11. Break or cut into pieces once fully set and serve chilled or slightly softened

Notes

Protein: 8 g

Carbohydrates: 27 g

Fat: 17 g

Fiber: 4 g

Sugar: 7 g

Sodium: 150 mg