My partner and I recently visited Abu Dhabi. And this was one of the items on the buffet.
I took 2-3 pieces and I fell in love with them. My partner found it so tasty too!
These dark chocolate quinoa crisps are sweet but super healthy —crunchy, chocolatey, satisfying, and only 2 to 3 ingredients, depending on how fancy you want to get.
They look like little gourmet truffles, but they’re SO easy to make.
Whether you need a healthy treat, a fun no-bake snack, or something to calm your chocolate cravings without turning on the oven, this is one recipe you’ll want to pin, save, and remake over and over.
Please note I’m adding variations and substitutions after the recipe.
Let’s dive in!
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Tips to Make it Even Better
- – Use high-quality dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa for a deep, intense flavor.
- – Don’t skip the puffed quinoa—it’s not the same as cooked quinoa. You can find ready-to-use puffed quinoa here on Amazon, or puff your own if you’re feeling fancy.
- – Add a pinch of sea salt flakes on top before chilling for a sweet-salty contrast.
- – Mix in a splash of vanilla extract or a dash of cinnamon if you want more depth of flavor.
- – If the chocolate feels too thick, the coconut oil trick makes it spread like a dream.
3-Ingredient Dark Chocolate Quinoa Crisps
Course: DessertDifficulty: Easy12-15
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minutesIngredients
1 cup puffed quinoa
1½ cups dark chocolate chips or chopped chocolate bar
Optional: 1 tablespoon coconut oil (for smoother texture)
Directions
- Start by melting your dark chocolate using a double boiler or microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring well in between until smooth and glossy. If you’re using coconut oil, stir it in now—it’ll give your chocolate a silkier texture and help it coat the quinoa more evenly.
- Once your chocolate is fully melted, fold in the puffed quinoa. Stir well to make sure every tiny grain gets its chocolate coat, and admire the way it turns into a crunchy, glossy mixture.
- Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop little mounds of the mixture onto a parchment-lined tray. You can shape them into tight domes or keep them slightly rustic and jagged for that homemade charm.
- Pop the tray into the fridge and let the crisps set for about 30 minutes or until firm to the touch.
- That’s it—no baking, no fuss, just pure crispy chocolate goodness. Once they’re firm, transfer to an airtight container and keep them in the fridge for snappy texture, or at room temperature if you prefer a softer bite.
- This is a fun treat to make if you’re having guests over or you want to get your kids off processed foods.
Variations & Substitutions
– Swap the dark chocolate for milk or white chocolate, but note that the result will be sweeter and less antioxidant-rich.
– Add 1–2 tablespoons of nut butter to the melted chocolate for a creamy, Reese’s-style twist.
– Throw in a handful of chopped nuts, dried cranberries, or mini marshmallows to turn these into rocky road crisps.
– Not a fan of coconut oil? Use a tiny bit of butter or ghee instead.
– Vegan? Make sure to use dairy-free chocolate chips and check the label on your puffed quinoa.
These dark chocolate quinoa crisps are the perfect little secret weapon for when you want a treat that looks impressive but takes almost no effort.
They’re crunchy and rich and the best part is—they’re guilt-free enough to eat with your morning coffee or late-night Netflix binge.
They also make a super cute homemade gift when packed into a small tin.
Honestly, once you try these, you’ll never want to go back to plain chocolate bars again.
