Quinoa Chocolate Drops (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1/3 cup quinoa, pre-rinsed
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2/3 cup water
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16 whole dates, pitted, no sugar added
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1/2 cup raw almonds, with skin
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1/3 cup natural crunchy peanut butter (optional: almond butter or SunButter)
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1/3 cup dark chocolate chips
# Instructions:
01 -
Combine quinoa and water in a small saucepan, cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 12-15 minutes, or until all water is absorbed. The quinoa should remain warm for subsequent steps.
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Place dates in a food processor or high-powered blender and pulse until they form a cohesive ball. Transfer to a medium mixing bowl.
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Add almonds to the food processor and pulse until finely minced, ensuring not to over-process into almond meal.
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Add the date ball, minced almonds, peanut butter, and warm quinoa to the food processor. Pulse until the mixture is well combined.
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Add the chocolate chips and pulse until they are evenly distributed and melted into the mixture.
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Transfer the mixture back to the mixing bowl. Shape it into 24 one-inch drops or balls. Roll in crushed almonds if desired. Place on a dish and refrigerate until set.