Nutrient packed chocolate superseed bites are a guilt-free indulgence, great as after school snack or to satisfy unusual cravings. Made with a perfect blend of crunchy seeds, nuts and rich dark chocolate, they are an irresistible gluten free treat.
These little sweet treats are great for kids to try with minimal assistance from adults. This snack is a fantastic way to incorporate nutritious seeds into kids diet. It tastes great when paired with hot chocolate for extra indulgence, saffron milk or turmeric milk.
You only need a few minutes to prepare this chocolate superseed bites recipe. The hardest part was waiting for them to set. My kids were so eager, they couldn’t resist indulging a few before they were ready.
Need more recipe inspiration that’s fun and easy to make with your kids? For those interested in cooking with kids, the category offers a range of recipes that are sure to please.
Cooking with kids may seem fun, but you must prioritise their safety first. Keep younger children away from the microwave, and make sure older children handle the microwave with care, as the bowl in which the chocolate has been melted could be hot.
You should supervise children while they use the microwave. For more details, check out the recipe and safety disclaimer.
Ingredients
- Chocolate: We used a dark chocolate bar, but you can swap it with
- Nuts and Seeds: Pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, flaxmeal, sesame seeds and almonds
- Dry Fruits: raisins, cranberries
- Pantry Ingredients: toasted coconut flakes and a dark chocolate bar.
- Dairy and Sweetener: Butter and maple syrup.
See the recipe card for quantities.
Step By Step Instructions
Step 1: Break the chocolate bar into pieces and place it in a heat proof bowl along with butter..
Step 2: Place the bowl in the microwave and heat for 2 minutes or until chocolate melts completely, stirring at regular intervals.
Step 3: Now, add sunflower seeds, raisins, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, flaxmeal, toasted coconut flakes, almonds and maple syrup.
Step 4: Stir well with a spoon until everything is well combined.
Step 5: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 6: Using a tablespoon, scoop out a portion of the chocolate superseed mixture and place it on a lined sheet.
Step 7: Gently press it with the back of spoon to flatten.
Step 8: Sprinkle each bite with a mix of chopped almonds, pumpkin and sunflower seeds.
Step 9: Place the tray in the fridge for 30 minutes or until the bites harden.
Serve delicious chocolate superseed bites as a snack along with carrot orange juice, fresh green grape juice or pineapple ginger juice.
Substitutions and Variations
Nut butter: Adding peanut butter is a great way to include protein and enhance the taste. Stir it into melted chocolate along with seeds and nuts.
Vegan: Ensure to use plant-based chocolate and substitute butter with coconut oil.
Nuts: You can substitute walnuts or cashews for almonds.
Chocolate: Dark chocolate can be substituted with white or milk chocolate.
Storage
Fridge: Once the chocolate superseed bites have set, transfer them to a ziplock bag or an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 10 days.
Freezer: You can store them in the freezer for up to 2-3 months to extend their shelf life.
Tips and Tricks
Thickness: If your melted chocolate is too thick, add a little butter and stir until it’s thin.
Time: The time required to melt chocolate in the microwave could vary depending on the type of microwave and its settings.
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Chocolate Superseed Bites
Equipment
- 1 Heat Proof Bowl
- 1 Spoon
- 1 Parchment paper
Ingredients
1 Cup = 250ml ; 1 Tablespoon = 15ml ; 1 Teaspoon = 5ml
- 100 gms Dark Chocolate Bar
- 1 Teaspoon (or) 15 gms Butter adjust to get right consistency
- 2 Tablespoons (or) 25 gms) Pumpkin Seeds
- 2 Tablespoons (or) 20 gms Sunflower Seeds
- 1 Tablespoon (or) 8 gms Sesame Seeds
- 1.5 Tablespoon Almonds chopped
- 2 Tablespoons (or) 30 gms Raisins
- 2 Tablespoons (or) 12 gms Toasted Coconut Flakes
- 1 Tablespoon (or) 7 gms Flaxmeal
- 2 Teaspoons Maple Syrup
Instructions
- Break the chocolate bar into pieces and place it in a heat proof bowl along with butter.100 gms Dark Chocolate Bar, 1 Teaspoon (or) 15 gms Butter
- Place the bowl in the microwave and heat for 2 minutes or until chocolate melts completely, stirring at regular intervals.
- Now, add sunflower seeds, raisins, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, flaxmeal, toasted coconut flakes, almonds and maple syrup.2 Tablespoons (or) 25 gms) Pumpkin Seeds, 2 Tablespoons (or) 20 gms Sunflower Seeds, 1 Tablespoon (or) 8 gms Sesame Seeds, 1.5 Tablespoon Almonds, 2 Tablespoons (or) 30 gms Raisins, 2 Tablespoons (or) 12 gms Toasted Coconut Flakes, 1 Tablespoon (or) 7 gms Flaxmeal, 2 Teaspoons Maple Syrup
- Stir well with a spoon until everything is well combined.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Using a tablespoon, scoop out a portion of the chocolate superseed mixture, place it on a lined sheet.
- Gently press it with the back of spoon to flatten.
- Sprinkle each bite with a mix of chopped almonds, pumpkin and sunflower seeds.
- Put the tray in the fridge for 30 minutes or until the bites harden.
- Serve delicious chocolate superseed bites as a snack.
Notes
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