Chocolate Nut Bites
Crunchy, chocolatey bites packed with wholesome nuts and seeds, lightly sweetened and topped with dark chocolate and sea salt.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 100 g almonds
- 30 g pumpkin seeds
- 65 g sunflower seeds
- 25 g puffed rice
- 28 g ground flax seeds
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
- 75 ml maple syrup 1/4 cup + 1 tablespoon
Chocolate Topping
- 85 g dark dairy-free chocolate For melting
- Flaky sea salt for sprinkling Optional but recommended
Instructions
Preparation
- Line a small baking tin with baking paper and lightly grease the bottom to prevent sticking.
- Preheat the oven to 160°C / 320°F.
- In a large bowl, combine almonds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, puffed rice, ground flax seeds, salt, and cinnamon.
- Stir in the vanilla essence and maple syrup until everything is evenly coated.
- Spread the mixture in the lined tin, pressing it down firmly with a flat-bottomed glass so there are no air pockets.
Baking
- Bake for about 40 minutes, then remove from the oven and press the mixture again firmly to help the bites hold together.
- Allow the mixture to cool completely before moving on.
Chocolate Topping
- Melt the dark chocolate over a double boiler. Once smooth, spread it evenly over the top of the cooled nut mixture.
- Place the tin in the freezer for 15 minutes to set the chocolate.
- Cut into equal-size pieces with a sharp knife. Sprinkle lightly with sea salt if desired.
Storage
- Store in an airtight container.
Notes
Make sure to compress the mixture well. Swap almonds for walnuts or cashews for a different flavor profile. For added protein, stir in a scoop of plant-based protein powder (may require more maple syrup). Store in the fridge for extra crunch or at room temperature for a softer bite.