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Seedy Quinoa And Cacao Slices By Deliciously Ella

Recipe and recipe photo by Sevenhills Wholefoods
Seedy Quinoa And Cacao Slices

Seedy Quinoa And Cacao Slices By Deliciously Ella. Hello friends. So how are you today?

Do you also fancy trying these Seedy Quinoa and Cacao Slices recipe out?

Specially created for Sevenhills Wholefoods by Deliciously Ella.

(Gluten + Dairy Free, Vegan).

These sticky fruit and nut bars are the perfect afternoon treat. Packed full of superfood goodness they’ll keep you going with natural energy.

How To Make Seedy Quinoa And Cacao Slices:

Makes: Around 16 small slices

Prep time – 25 minutes
Setting time – 40 minutes

What You Need:

For The Base:

200g hazelnuts

8 Medjool dates

3 tbsp almond butter

2 tbsp tahini

3 tbsp Sevenhills Wholefoods organic extra virgin raw coconut oil 25g puffed quinoa 80g golden flax seeds

50g sesame seeds

60g Sevenhills Wholefoods organic goji berries

150g chopped dried apricots

For The Cacao Topping:

3 tbsp Sevenhills Wholefoods organic raw cacao powder

100g Sevenhills Wholefoods organic cacao butter

3 tbsp maple syrup

1 tbsp Sevenhills Wholefoods organic raw chia seeds

1 tbsp Sevenhills Wholefoods organic goji berries

What You Do:

1.) Firstly, pre-heat the oven to 180C and roast the hazelnuts for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and leave to cool.

2.) Start by pitting the dates and adding them to the food processor with the almond butter, tahini and coconut oil. Blend for about 5 minutes, until smooth paste forms, then add the mixture to a large mixing bowl. Stir the quinoa puffs, flax seeds, sesame seeds, goji berries and apricots into the date paste and mix until completely combined.

3.) Line a baking tray with greaseproof paper and press the mixture into the baking tray, making sure it is even and quite firmly packed. Place in the fridge to set while you make the cacao layer.

4.) For the cacao layer, simply place the cacao powder, cacao butter and maple syrup in a saucepan and heat really gently until the three have melted together, don’t let them come to the boil though.

5.) Remove the base layer from the fridge and pour the cacao over the top. Sprinkle with chia seeds and goji berries to decorate then return the tray to the fridge for another hour and a half to let the cacao layer set. Slice and enjoy!

Seedy Quinoa And Cacao Slices

Seedy Quinoa And Cacao Slices:

Recipe and recipe photo by Sevenhills Wholefoods

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32 Comments

  1. Stephanie Myers
    17 August 2016 / 23:03

    oh this sounds delicious!

    • Clairejustine oxox
      18 August 2016 / 09:09

      Thanks for stopping by Stephanie 🙂

  2. Chilling With Lucas
    12 August 2016 / 06:54

    Looks great for my mid morning snack with a decaf coffee x

    • Clairejustine oxox
      14 August 2016 / 20:10

      Thanks for stopping by 🙂

  3. Grant R
    10 August 2016 / 21:18

    I had quinoa before in savoury dishes and didn't like it. This, however, looks very tasty and I'd be prepared to revisit it. Thanks for the heads up!

    • Clairejustine oxox
      10 August 2016 / 21:22

      Thanks for stopping by Grant 🙂

  4. Evelina
    10 August 2016 / 20:53

    Oh my this looks absolutely amazing! And knowing that is gluten and diary free makes it even better.

    • Clairejustine oxox
      10 August 2016 / 21:20

      Thanks for the comment Evelina:)

  5. Alina Ghost
    10 August 2016 / 07:37

    I never would have thought of putting those things together to make something so delicious. I must give this a try and invite my gluten free friend over :)Alina from The Fairytale Pretty Picture

    • Clairejustine oxox
      10 August 2016 / 21:19

      Thanks for the comment Alina 🙂

  6. Kara Guppy
    10 August 2016 / 07:35

    They look delicious – I look after a girl who is gluten and dairy free so will have to attempt to make these

    • Clairejustine oxox
      10 August 2016 / 21:18

      Thanks for stopping by Kara 🙂

  7. beautyqueenuk
    9 August 2016 / 20:21

    Well I did crinkle my nose up till I saw the photos, now I do want to try it yes please!

    • Clairejustine oxox
      9 August 2016 / 21:24

      Thanks lovely 🙂

  8. Stella Olojola
    9 August 2016 / 09:56

    These slices would make a yummy snack. Love your photos.

    • Clairejustine oxox
      9 August 2016 / 14:42

      Thanks for the comment Stella 🙂

  9. ana de jesus
    9 August 2016 / 09:00

    Wow these slices look heavenly! I would love some seedy quinoa and cacao slices right now!

    • Clairejustine oxox
      9 August 2016 / 14:41

      Thanks for stopping by Ana 🙂

  10. Anosa Malanga
    8 August 2016 / 15:33

    Oooh I am loving these big time, healthy and nutritious

    • Clairejustine oxox
      8 August 2016 / 19:16

      Thanks Anosa 🙂

  11. Mellissa Williams
    8 August 2016 / 15:08

    What a super healthy sweet treat. I need to make this as it sounds delicious

    • Clairejustine oxox
      8 August 2016 / 19:16

      Thanks for stopping by Mellissa 🙂

  12. Margarett Murphy
    8 August 2016 / 09:52

    Looks nice and healthy! Bonus..

    • Clairejustine oxox
      8 August 2016 / 19:15

      Thank you 🙂

  13. Joanna
    8 August 2016 / 09:13

    I didn't think you can use quinoa for sweet recipes, I only had it in savory dishes. It looks very interesting for a healthy breakfast or a midday snack.

    • Clairejustine oxox
      8 August 2016 / 19:13

      Thanks for stopping by Joanna 🙂

  14. Baby Isabella
    8 August 2016 / 07:24

    Not so sure I would eat it, but my mummy sure would! Sounds super healthy and a great snack to keep energy levels up. She needs all the help she can get chasing around after me!

    • Clairejustine oxox
      8 August 2016 / 19:13

      Hehe, I remember mine all being little 🙂

  15. Cathy Glynn
    8 August 2016 / 07:06

    This looks perfect for that mid morning snack to keep me going till lunch time. x

    • Clairejustine oxox
      8 August 2016 / 19:12

      Thanks Cathy 🙂

  16. Tamar SB
    31 July 2016 / 21:59

    Oh that sounds quite lovely!

    • Clairejustine oxox
      2 August 2016 / 05:44

      Thanks for stopping by Tamar 🙂