Spirulina Chocolate Peppermint Bites
Spirulina is a nutrient-rich blue-green algae that is considered a superfood due to its high protein and vitamin content.
This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 80 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 8.
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoon Spirulina Powder
- 1 cup Almond Flour
- 3 tablespoon Cocoa Powder
- 3 tablespoon Maple Syrup
- 2 tablespoon Coconut Oil
- 1/2 teaspoon Peppermint Extract
- 1/2 cup Dark Chocolate Chips
- 2 tablespoon Crushed Candy Canes
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the spirulina powder, almond flour, cocoa powder, maple syrup, coconut oil, and peppermint extract.
- Mix well until a dough-like consistency is formed.
- Roll the dough into small bite-sized balls.
- Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted.
- Drizzle the melted chocolate over the spirulina bites.
- Sprinkle crushed candy canes on top.
- Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator and let the bites set for at least 1 hour.
- Once set, remove from the refrigerator and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 150kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 8g13%
- Total Carbohydrate 16g6%
- Sugars 10g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.