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Chocolate Cereal

Deliciously Healthy Homemade Chocolate Cereal You’ll Love

Delightful and healthy chocolate cereal perfect for breakfast or snacking with a gluten-free, vegan profile.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cereal Balls
  • 1 cup Oat Flour Substitute with millet flour for gluten-free variation
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Agave nectar works well as a substitute
  • 1/2 cup Nut/Seed Butter Sunflower seed butter for nut-free option
  • 1/4 cup Cocoa Powder Use cacao powder for a raw alternative

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, add your chosen nut or seed butter along with maple syrup and mix until smooth.
  2. Sprinkle in oat flour and cocoa powder into the mixture and stir until a dough-like consistency forms.
  3. Preheat your oven to 320°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  4. Divide the dough into four equal portions, roll them into 1-inch thick ropes, and cut into bite-sized balls.
  5. Place the cereal balls on the baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes until slightly firm and glossy.
  6. Remove from the oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet for 10-15 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 5gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 120mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Allowing the cereal balls to cool completely is vital for achieving a crispy texture. Consider adding a pinch of sea salt or vanilla extract for extra flavor.

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