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Salted Dark Chocolate Pistachio Quinoa Crunch Bars

Salted Dark Chocolate Pistachio Quinoa Crunch Bars
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Indulge in the delightful fusion of sweet and salty with these Salted Dark Chocolate Pistachio Quinoa Crunch Bars. Perfect for busy days or as a nutritious post-workout snack, these no-bake bars are filled with wholesome ingredients like quinoa, flaxseed meal, and pistachios. They offer not only a satisfying crunch but also a great source of protein and energy. Naturally sweetened with honey and topped with rich dark chocolate, these bars are customizable to fit your taste preferences, making them a versatile choice for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup natural drippy almond butter (or sub peanut butter or sunflower seed butter)
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup gluten free rolled oats
  • â…“ cup uncooked quinoa
  • â…“ cup flaxseed meal
  • â…“ cup shelled pistachios
  • ¼ cup roasted cashews or almonds
  • 1 (2.5 ounce) dark chocolate bar, dairy free if desired (or sub â…“ cup dark chocolate chips)
  • 1 teaspoon coconut oil
  • 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios, for sprinkling on top
  • Maldon sea salt, for sprinkling on top

Instructions

  1. Line an 8½ x 4½ inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. Toast quinoa and oats in a medium pan over medium-low heat until golden brown (3-6 minutes) and set aside.
  3. In a bowl, mix almond butter, honey, and vanilla until smooth. Stir in toasted oats, quinoa, flaxseed meal, pistachios, and cashews.
  4. Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan; press firmly to compact.
  5. Melt dark chocolate with coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl; pour over the pressed mixture.
  6. Sprinkle chopped pistachios on top and refrigerate for 4 hours until set. Cut into bars before serving.

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