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Sea-Salted Quinoa Pecan Brittle

Irresistible Sea-Salted Quinoa Pecan Brittle in 15 Minutes

A quick and delightful Sea-Salted Quinoa Pecan Brittle that combines a shatteringly crisp texture with sweet toffee flavor, making it an ideal snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 pieces
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Gluten-Free
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brittle
  • 1 cup Quinoa Rinse well and use any color of uncooked quinoa.
  • ½ cup Maple Syrup Can be substituted with honey.
  • ¼ cup Honey Maple syrup can serve as an alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Use salted butter or substitute with coconut oil.
  • ½ cup Brown Sugar Can be replaced with coconut sugar.
  • 2 tablespoons Coconut Oil Peanut oil or olive oil also work.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract No substitutes needed.
  • ½ teaspoon Kosher Salt Use sea salt if preferred.
  • 1 cup Pecans Finely chopped for better integration.
  • ¼ cup Sesame Seeds Can be omitted or replaced with more pecans.
  • 1 teaspoon Flaky Sea Salt Maldon sea salt is highly recommended.

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Fine-mesh strainer
  • microwave-safe bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a half sheet pan with greased aluminum foil to prevent sticking.
  2. Rinse quinoa under cold running water for about one minute, scrub gently, drain thoroughly, and spread it on paper towels.
  3. Combine maple syrup, honey, butter, brown sugar, coconut oil, vanilla extract, and kosher salt in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in increments of 30 seconds until melted.
  4. Fold in the chopped pecans, rinsed quinoa, and sesame seeds until everything is evenly coated with the mixture.
  5. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking sheet, spreading it into a thin, even layer and pressing down lightly.
  6. Bake for about 15 minutes, then rotate and bake for another 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Sprinkle flaky sea salt over the top immediately after removing from the oven.
  8. Allow to cool completely on the baking sheet, then break into bite-sized pieces.
  9. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Chop pecans finely for best texture. If firmness is lost after cooling, return to oven for a few minutes. Store in a cool, dry place to maintain crunch.

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