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Sea-Salted Quinoa Pecan Brittle: A Crunchy, Sweet Treat Recipe You’ll Love!

Sea-Salted Quinoa Pecan Brittle
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A crunchy, sweet treat that combines the nutty flavor of pecans with the unique texture of quinoa, finished with a touch of sea salt.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 cup pecans, chopped
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Rinse the quinoa under cold water and drain.
  3. In a saucepan, combine sugar and water, and bring to a boil over medium heat.
  4. Add the rinsed quinoa and chopped pecans to the boiling mixture.
  5. Stir continuously until the mixture thickens and turns a golden color.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in butter and sea salt.
  7. Spread the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  8. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown, stirring halfway through.
  9. Let it cool completely before breaking into pieces.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
  • Feel free to substitute pecans with other nuts if desired.
  • Adjust the amount of sea salt to taste.

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Keywords: Sea-Salted Quinoa Pecan Brittle, crunchy treat, sweet snack

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