Description
Sunflower Seed Bites with Dark Chocolate offer a delightful blend of nutty crunch and rich chocolate indulgence. Crafted with wholesome ingredients, these morsels provide a perfect balance of sweetness and texture that will satisfy your snack cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 200 grams (7.05 ounces) sunflower seeds
- 60 grams (2.12 ounces) dark chocolate
Secondary Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
Seasoning:
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 180°C (160°C fan) or 350°F, ensuring optimal temperature for toasting sunflower seeds.
- Blend sunflower seeds with a delicate sprinkle of salt and pure maple syrup in a generous mixing bowl, tossing thoroughly to achieve uniform coating.
- Arrange a sheet of parchment paper across the baking tray, facilitating effortless removal and minimal cleanup.
- Press seed mixture into delicate round shapes using a small cookie cutter, gently lifting to create uniform discs on the prepared surface.
- Alternatively, scatter loose seed clusters directly onto the parchment, allowing free-form texture and natural spreading.
- Slide the tray into the preheated oven, roasting for 15-20 minutes until seeds transform into a rich, amber-golden hue; vigilantly watch to prevent over-browning.
- Extract the tray and permit bites to cool completely at room temperature, preventing potential crumbling during the initial cooling phase.
- Melt dark chocolate in a microwave-safe vessel, heating in brief 20-second intervals and stirring between each warming cycle until achieving a silky, glossy consistency.
- Artfully immerse each cooled seed bite into the molten chocolate or cascade chocolate elegantly across the surface, creating an indulgent visual and flavor presentation.
Notes
- Dark chocolate transforms these simple seed bites into an irresistible gourmet treat.
- Crafting clusters or perfectly shaped discs allows creative personal touches during preparation.
- Baking creates a golden-brown exterior that enhances the sunflower seeds’ natural nutty flavor.
- Maple syrup provides natural sweetness while helping seeds stick together during cooking.
- Minimal ingredients guarantee quick assembly with maximum deliciousness for snack lovers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10
- Calories: 197 kcal
- Sugar: 3.5 g
- Sodium: 0.1 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 2.5 g
- Protein: 6.5 g