Crunchy Seed Chocolate Bites

Vegan crunchy seed chocolate bites made with dark chocolate. Gluten-free, no refined sugar, high fiber, easy make-ahead healthy snack.

Recipe Source Link:https://www.mygingergarlickitchen.com/crunchy-seed-chocolate-bites/

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RECIPE INGREDIENTS

» For Seed Base

• 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
• 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
• 1/4 cup chia seeds
• 1/4 cup sesame seeds
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cacao powder
• 4 to 5 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• A pinch of salt

» For Chocolate Coating

• 200 g dark chocolate (70%)
• 1 teaspoon coconut oil

» For Garnishing

• Pumpkin seeds
• Sunflower seeds

RECIPE INSTRUCTIONS

» How to Make Crunchy Seed Chocolate Bites

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C/350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Add sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, sesame seeds, cacao powder, and salt, vanilla extract, and maple syrup to a mixing bowl.
3. Mix well until everything is evenly coated and the mixture holds together when pressed.
4. Press the mixture into a small round cookie cutter placed on the lined baking sheet to form flat discs, then carefully remove the cutter. Alternatively, spoon small amounts directly onto the baking sheet to form rustic clusters.
5. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, depending on size, until set and lightly toasted.
6. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely. The bites will firm up as they cool, so do not move them while warm.
7. Melt the dark chocolate using a double boiler or microwave in short intervals. Add coconut oil and stir until smooth.
8. Dip the bottom of each cooled bite into the melted chocolate, or drizzle chocolate over the top.
9. Sprinkle with pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds before the chocolate sets.
10. Let the chocolate fully set at room temperature or refrigerate 15 minutes until firm. Store in an airtight container once set.
11. Enjoy them with a cup of coffee a glass of milk or as an after meal sweet snack.

RECIPE NOTES

1. I only dipped the base for lighter bites, but you can also fully coat them for a more indulgent chocolate treat.
2. For meal prep, you can double the batch and freeze half for quick snacks later.s