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Chocolate Almond Clusters

Kasia
Gluten free, Vegan, Dairy free, Vegetarian
Prep Time 5 minutes
Refrigeration Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine American, British, European
Servings 8 Clusters
Calories 104 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl (heat proof)
  • Mixing spoon
  • Fridge
  • Grease-proof paper
  • Baking tray
  • Microwave or Bain-Marie
  • Spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 65 grams Whole almonds Substitute: cashew nuts
  • 15 grams Puffed quinoa
  • 2 tbsp Maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp Chia seeds ~10g
  • 50 grams Vegan chocolate

Instructions
 

  • Melt the chocolate in a heat-proof bowl either using a microwave (in short bursts, mixing the chocolate in between, so you do not burn the chocolate) or using the Bain-Marie method
  • Mix the chia seeds, puffed quinoa whole almonds and maple syrup into the melted chocolate until evenly coated
  • Line a baking tray with grease proof paper
  • Take about 1 tbsp of cluster mix and place onto the tray, pressing down slightly to stick it together
  • Pop into the fridge for about 15 minutes for the chocolate to set and hold
  • Tuck in and enjoy!

Notes

  • Store in an air-tight container for up to 2 weeks
  • Not suitable for home freezing
Keyword Almonds, Chocolate, Chocolate Almonds, Chocolate Clusters, Puffed Quinoa, Quinoa, Vegan