Looking for a delicious and nutritious snack that’s easy to make? These Puffed Quinoa Bars are the perfect solution! Packed with wholesome ingredients like almond butter, dates, and crunchy puffed quinoa, they’re a great source of energy and healthy fats. With a touch of Brazil nuts and pumpkin seeds, these bars add a satisfying crunch and are naturally sweetened with dates. Ready in just a few simple steps, they’re ideal for meal prep and can be stored for up to a week. Perfect for on-the-go snacking or a post-workout bite!
Recipe
Serves 6
4 oz. (115g) dates
4.6 oz. (130g) almond butter, natural
1.2 oz. (35g) puffed quinoa
1 oz. (30g) Brazil nuts, chopped
2 tbsp. pumpkin seeds
How to Prepare
Soak the dates in hot water for 5 minutes, until softened. Then add to a small pot and mash with a fork.
Add the almond butter to the pot and place over low heat, stirring until combined. Add in the puffed quinoa, brazil nuts and pumpkin seeds and stir to form a dough.
Press the dough into a container and chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour to firm up.
Cut into 6 even-sized bars and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
