Estos Barras de quinoa are easy, no-bake gluten-free granola Bars packed with 6 grams of protein to keep you full for hours.
Each bar naturally contains 6g of near-complete protein, providing bringing energy without protein powder. The bars are packed with fiber, healthy fats, and essential nutrients from quinoa, flaxmeal, and nut butter. It’s perfect for a quick and easy snack or breakfast bar, ready in under 30 minutes.
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Barras de quinoa
Ingredientes
- ⅔ taza de Quinoa cruda - soaked, drained (note 1)
- 1 taza de Avena rápida - (nota 2)
- ½ taza de Mantequilla de maní - (nota 3)
- ⅓ taza de Jarabe de arce - (nota 4)
- 3 cucharadas de Harina de lino - (nota 5)
- 1 cucharadita de Extracto de vainilla
cáscara de chocolate
- ½ taza de Chips de chocolate amargo
- 1 cucharadita de Aceite de Coco
Instrucciones para la impresión en alta definición
- Line a 8-inch x 8-inch square pan with parchment paper. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, add raw quinoa, cover with tap water, and set aside 1 hour.
- Drain the quinoa, rinse it under cold water, and transfer it to the prepared baking sheet. Your quinoa is wet and packed with water, that's normal. Spread it in a thin single layer, avoid overlapping.
- Bake the quinoa for 8 minutes at 350 °F (180 °C). Remove the pan from the oven, stir with a wooden spoon, and spread it again in a single layer.
- Return to the oven and bake it again for 8 minutes at 350 °F (180 °C) until fragrant and roasted.
- Let the quinoa cool down for 15 minutes on the baking sheet at room temperature.
- In a mixing bowl, pour the cooled roasted quinoa, quick oats, peanut butter, vanilla, maple syrup, and flaxseed meal.
- Stir with a rubber spatula until all the ingredients are coated with the peanut-maple mixture.
- Transfer to the square pan, spread it evenly in a single layer and press it hard with the back of a spoon or your oiled hands to pack the ingredient in the pan into a firm, even layer.
- In a small mixing bowl, melt the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second bursts until fully melted.
- Pour the melted chocolate on top of the bars and spread evenly.
- Pop the pan in the freezer for 15 minutes until the chocolate is hard.
- Remove the bars from the freezer, use the hanging part of parchment paper to pull out the bar from the pan, place the bar on a chopping board, and cut them into small bars with a sharp knife.
Notas
Nutrición
Ingredientes y sustituciones
This recipe is really easy to make with just a few wholesome ingredients. Here’s how to pick them.

- Quinoa cruda – A unique, protein-packed base ingredient that adds crunch and nutrients. It must be raw and roasted as described; cooked quinoa will not provide the right texture. Red or black quinoa can be used for a more colorful appearance. Avoid skipping the roasting step—it enhances flavor and ensures the quinoa isn’t gritty. You can however use puffed quinoa for a softer base.
- Avena rápida – Used for binding and providing structure. Quick oats give the bars a firmer texture, while old-fashioned oats result in softer bars. Use certified gluten-free oats if necessary. Avoid steel-cut oats, as they are too coarse for this recipe.
- Mantequilla de maní – Acts as a binder and adds a rich, nutty flavor. Almond butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter (for a nut-free version) are great alternatives. Avoid overly runny nut butters, as they can make the bars too soft.
- Jarabe de arce – Natural sweetness that balances the nuttiness of the peanut butter and roasted quinoa. Agave syrup, coconut nectar, or date syrup can be substituted. Avoid granulated sweeteners, as they won’t blend smoothly or bind the ingredients.
- Harina de lino – Provides additional fiber and helps firm up the bars. Ground chia seeds can be used instead for similar benefits. Avoid leaving this out, as it’s essential for the texture and nutritional content.
- Extracto de vainilla – Adds a hint of sweetness and rounds out the flavors. While optional, it enhances the overall taste. Avoid artificial vanilla for the best flavor.
- Chips de chocolate amargo – Used for the optional chocolate shell, adding a decadent touch. Use sugar-free dark chocolate chips for a lower-sugar option, or dairy-free chips for a vegan version. Avoid milk chocolate if keeping the recipe vegan.
- Aceite de Coco – Helps melt and smooth the chocolate for coating. Olive oil or avocado oil can work as alternatives, but avoid butter if keeping the recipe vegan.
How to Make Quinoa Bars
This recipe is quite easy to whip up and makes such a delicious treat. Here’s how in pictures.

Soak your quinoa for an hour and place it on a large baking pan, as spread as possible.

Bake the quinoa for 8 minutes at 350 °F (180 °C) and let it cool down.

Combine all the base ingredients in a large mixing bowl.

Press the base into a square brownie pan lined with parchment paper.

Melt dark chocolate chips with coconut oil in the microwave and pour it on top of the bars.

Spread the chocolate and freeze the bars for 15 minutes to let them set.
Consejos de Carine
This recipe is super easy to make, but let me share a few more tips to make perfect quinoa bars every single time.
- Roast Quinoa Thoroughly – Properly roasted quinoa is key for both texture and flavor. Stir halfway through baking to ensure even toasting, and let it cool completely before mixing with other ingredients. You can also buy pre-roasted quinoa in some shops.
- Pack Bars Firmly – Use the back of a spoon or oiled hands to press the mixture firmly into the pan. This step ensures the bars hold together after slicing.
- Chill Before Cutting – The chocolate topping must be fully hardened before slicing to avoid cracking. If needed, use a sharp knife dipped in hot water for cleaner cuts.
- Ajustar la dulzura – For sweeter bars, add 1-2 tablespoons more maple syrup. For less sweetness, reduce it slightly but ensure there’s enough liquid to bind the mixture.
- Customize Add-Ins – Stir in ½ cup of extras like dried cranberries, mini chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or seeds for added texture and flavor.
- Line the Pan with Parchment Paper – This makes it easy to lift out the bars for slicing and prevents sticking. Ensure the parchment hangs over the edges for easy handling.
- Melt Chocolate Carefully – Melt the chocolate and coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring between bursts to prevent burning. Use a double boiler for more control if preferred.
- Almacenar correctamente – To keep the bars firm and fresh, store them in an airtight container in the fridge. For longer storage, freeze in a single layer, then transfer to a freezer-safe container.







Amazing!! So good!
Gracias!
If you also add chia seeds, how much should you use?
If you add more seeds it will absorb more moisture and it might makes the bars crumbly. I would not add more than a tablespoon of chia seeds.
Made these today – absolutely gorgeous . Thank you
¡Muchas gracias!
Could the quinoa, soaked and roasted, as this recipe instructs be used to make granola?
Simply use my quinoa granola recipe.
These are good; will make again. I made two changes. To reduce fat and calories and maybe make the bars a little healthier, in place of the chocolate coating I dusted with cacao powder. Additionally, I substituted molasses for the maple syrup. (I think the molasses is a better food choice, but I respect there are differing views.)
I love your ideas! Thanks for sharing with us.
i don’t do oats. sub???stitute???
Usually quinoa flakes works great as a swap.
Hi, I followed the recipe apart from using rolled oats not quick oats. I found that the bars didn’t hold their shape at all. They were really crumbly. Do you have any tips please? Thanks!
You used rolled oats, that’s why! Quick oats is rolled oats pulsed into a smaller texture which absorb lots of moisture and firm up food. When I use quick oats, there’s a reason, and it’s most of the time because rolled oats will make the recipe fall apart. If you can’t buy quick oats, pulse rolled oats a few times in a blender, now measure the amount called by the recipe and use. The bars won’t fall apart.
Loved this. TBH I was surprised how good it is. The crunch from the quinoa really brings it home. I did add a pinch of salt to the recipe. Thank you.
¡Muchas gracias!
Could we add chia seeds to the flax to give it extra fibre?
How much chia would you recommend
If you add more seeds it will absorb more moisture and it might makes the bars crumbly. I would not add more than a tablespoon of chia seeds.
Hi, I have a bag of puffed quinoa in the cupboard, do you think that would work for this? Obviously missing out the soaking and roasting part.
Yes, it’d be fine – puffed quinoa is delicious!