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A yummy crunchy treat that’s so easy anyone and everyone can make it! These 3-ingredient chocolate crunch doughnuts are perfect for when you’re craving something sweet, but don’t feel like baking or making anything too complicated.
This recipe is probably the most popular recipe on my blog to date. I think the reason is that they’re so easy and only call for 3 ingredients. They’re also really easy to adjust – you can add anything to them and you can shape them however you like. I love using doughnuts mould, but you can use any moulds you have on hand, or even use a cake tin and cut them up into bars/squares.
These chocolate crunch doughnuts do remind me of a crunch chocolate bar, but a dark version, which in my opinion is so much better! I used 70% dairy-free dark chocolate, but it will work with any chocolate you prefer. I usually make them with quinoa pops, but I’ve also made them with protein crispies, puffed brown rice and rice krispies. I’m obsessed with chocolate treats that are also crunchy. They’re so addictive and satisfying!
I’m not a big fan of doughnuts, mainly because they’re way too oily and sickly sweet. I do however LOVE using doughnut moulds to make anything but doughnuts. Like these chocolate chip doughnut cookies, or rose chocolate doughnuts, which are more like doughnut shaped mini cakes. I thought it would be a fun idea to use a doughnut mould for this recipe too. Mini doughnut moulds work best as I feel regular sized doughnut moulds are too big. If regular size doughnut moulds is all you have available, you can still use them and cut the doughnut in half, although they won’t be as cute.
Reasons why you need to make these 3-ingredient chocolate crunch doughnuts:
- They’re no-bake
- Easy to make
- Only call for 3-ingredients
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
- Dairy-free
- Can be made nut-free
- Adjustable to linking and dietary needs
- And they’re so cute!
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3-Ingredient Chocolate Crunch Doughnuts - they're vegan, no bake and so easy to make! A great, fool-proof recipe when you're craving something chocolatey.
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 2 hours hrs
Course Dessert, Snack
Servings 18
Calories 92 kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 200g dark chocolate
- 25g quinoa pops* or puffed brown rice, protein crispies, rice krispies, etc.
- 4 tbsp tahini or nut-butter
Instructions
Break up the chocolate into a heatproof bowl. You can either melt it in the microwave, stirring every minute or so, or you canplace it on top of a small pan of simmering water until it has completely melted.
Mix in the tahini/nut-butter, then fold in the quinoa pops.
Divide the mixture between 18 mini doughnut rings. Place in the fridge for 1-2 hours or until the chocolate has set.
Notes
* You can use any crunchy cereal, but the weight may vary. For example when using protein crispies, 1 cup = 75g. When using quinoa pops, 1 cup = 25g. You basically need 1 cup of crunchy cereal for this recipe.
** Store in an air-tight container in the fridge. You can freeze any leftovers.
Nutrition
Calories: 92kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 0.3mgSodium: 3mgPotassium: 97mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 7IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 13mgIron: 2mg
Keyword 3-ingredient, dairy-free, donuts, doughnuts, easy recipes, gluten-free, healthier dessert, no-bake, vegan, vegan dessert
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Nadia2022-09-13T15:50:22+01:00September 8, 2022|Bars, Chocolate, Dairy Free, Desserts, doughnuts, Gluten Free, Protein recipes, Sweet Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian, Video|96 Comments
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96 Comments
Cassie Thuvan TranJune 4, 2018 at 5:33 am - Reply
What a cute little candy recipe! Perfect for those little chocolate hankerings where you also need a good crunch! Rice krispies used to be one of my favorite cereals too. I want to try making this with puffed quinoa or puffed millet too!
SaraJune 4, 2018 at 7:43 pm - Reply
Do you mean we have to store it in the freezer for 5 days until it’s edible?
NadiaJune 4, 2018 at 8:16 pm - Reply
No you can eat them as soon as they’ve set (after 1-2 hours in the fridge)
NicolaAugust 21, 2018 at 6:57 pm - Reply
Seriously? Have you ever heard of a recipe that calls for the food to be frozen for days before it becomes edible? Have you never eaten Rice Krispies, chocolate or peanut butter without having frozen them for days beforehand? Use a little common sense.
NadiaAugust 22, 2018 at 3:30 pm - Reply
Hey Nicola 🙂 It’s ok that she asked the question. I’m always asking questions that some may consider obvious, that’s how I learn. She might be a beginner and not know much about food preparation. It’s all good 🙂
Harriet graceSeptember 12, 2018 at 6:39 am - Reply
No in the fridge for 1-2hours
MichalOctober 1, 2018 at 11:04 am - Reply
Hi ?, how do you make this shape?
NadiaOctober 4, 2018 at 4:07 pm - Reply
I used a doughnut tin 🙂
MerielJune 9, 2018 at 8:52 pm - Reply
Looks yummy 😀 Will try making these – there are 2 coeliacs in my family, so i’m usually hunting for gluten-free recipes so that they can try anything I make 🙂
DanielaJune 9, 2018 at 10:57 pm - Reply
Can I use coconut oil instead nut butter?
NadiaJune 15, 2018 at 8:13 pm - Reply
Yes coconut oil should work or any other nut/seed butter 🙂
DebbieJune 10, 2018 at 8:51 am - Reply
I used the puffed quinoa and its amazing. I used more peanut butter and less chocolate for higher protein ?
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NadiaJune 15, 2018 at 8:14 pm - Reply
Fantastic Debbie! Glad you enjoyed them 😀
LizzyJune 10, 2018 at 1:00 pm - Reply
Are they good for like larges goods if people for like a party if you would cut it up.
NadiaJune 15, 2018 at 8:15 pm - Reply
You can use different moulds or you can set the mixture in a cake pan and slice them into bars. You might need to double the recipe depending on the size of the pan. Hope that answers your question.
Deanna sherrickJune 10, 2018 at 5:12 pm - Reply
Will sunflower butter work in place of almond butter?
NadiaJune 15, 2018 at 8:15 pm - Reply
Sunflower butter should work just as well 🙂
Cal GalJune 11, 2018 at 3:31 am - Reply
These look very good. Where did you get your protein crispies from? I have not been able to find them anywhere!
LeslieJune 11, 2018 at 8:40 pm - Reply
Do you know what the calories are in each? Also where do you get puffed quinoa?
MaeAugust 9, 2018 at 8:05 pm - Reply
I bought the puffed quinoa in the Bulk Barn but decided not to use it as it is not crunchy.; more like puffed wheat. Better to use rice crispies or even crunchy corn flake cereal.
JaimeJune 12, 2018 at 12:31 pm - Reply
What other molds can I make these in? I want to make smaller versions for a bake sale. Maybe I can try using an ice cube tray? Any other suggestions?
NadiaJune 15, 2018 at 8:21 pm - Reply
Any moulds should work including ice trays. Although I would suggest silicon moulds as they’re easier to remove the chocolates from.
Dee | Green Smoothie GourmetJune 25, 2018 at 5:29 pm - Reply
Nadia! I love this recipe and shapes! So chocolatey and healthy! Thank you for sharing, Dee xx
Nom nom nomJune 25, 2018 at 6:42 pm - Reply
Yay yummy nom nom
LaraJune 27, 2018 at 5:49 pm - Reply
What are protein crispies?
ShannonJune 27, 2018 at 9:40 pm - Reply
These look amazing, thank you so much for sharing such a simple, low sugar, vegan, GF sweet treat. It checks off all the boxes. I love it. And they’re so cute too.
xoxoMariaJune 28, 2018 at 7:08 am - Reply
I’m always amazed by how creative you are with your recipes! These look like the perfect moreish treat. Can’t wait to give them a go 🙂
Maria x
BarbaraJune 30, 2018 at 1:59 pm - Reply
Sounds great!
I am in Ontario and it’s very difficult to find dairy free chocolate.
What brand did you use?
ThxNadiaJuly 17, 2018 at 11:34 am - Reply
I just use dark chocolate 70% cocoa solids or above tend to not have dairy. Just check the ingredients 😉
AlliOctober 30, 2018 at 11:28 pm - Reply
Hi, you can make your own chocolate with coconut oil, cocoa powder and a bit of vanilla essence and some honey to sweeten. Before I found this recipe I made rice crispy chocolate with my homemade chocolate and peppermint essence. I poured it over rice crispies and let it set and sliced into chunks. No peanut butter just the homemade chocolate and the crisps with a mint flavour. They were pretty good. 🙂 I’m going to try yours Nadia with the nut butter. Looks good.
Janice PoffenrothJuly 1, 2018 at 9:21 pm - Reply
Just found this recipe, sounds delicious. On problem, major nut allergies in this house, what do you suggest as a substitute? Thanks.
NadiaJuly 17, 2018 at 11:35 am - Reply
It should still work without the nut butter, or you can substitute it with some coconut oil 🙂
GwenAugust 8, 2018 at 3:33 pm - Reply
Try using a seed butter. Sunflower seed butter or make you own with any seed you like with a food processor or high speed blender. Just think of something you would like with the chocolate.
TiffJuly 2, 2018 at 6:22 am - Reply
I agree with coconut oil base instead of the nut butter. What is a better alternative for the sweetness? Agave? Honey?
NadiaJuly 17, 2018 at 11:36 am - Reply
Both honey and agave will work just as well 🙂
Jan McQuarrieJuly 14, 2018 at 4:34 am - Reply
I don’t have doughnut rings so I used a small cake pan and it turned out great! It was so nice to be able to have a good tasting treat for my 2 grandkids who are celiac. Thanks for sharing.
NadiaJuly 17, 2018 at 11:32 am - Reply
So glad to hear your grandkids enjoyed them Jan 😀
sophiaJuly 17, 2018 at 6:33 am - Reply
OMG! sooo gooooood
An easy and healthy treat 🙂LisaJuly 20, 2018 at 5:28 am - Reply
What are protein crispies and where did you purchase them?
NadiaJuly 25, 2018 at 3:39 pm - Reply
I got them from a local health shop and couldn’t find them online, but here’s an alternative https://amzn.to/2PACSH4
Amber MorganJuly 26, 2018 at 5:20 am - Reply
Do you need to temper the chocolate to prevent getting the bloom on it?
NadiaJuly 27, 2018 at 12:09 pm - Reply
I didn’t temper the chocolate, but you can do if you wish.
AnnJuly 27, 2018 at 11:03 am - Reply
If using a cake pan, should I use parchment paper or do the come easily out of the pan?
NadiaJuly 29, 2018 at 7:41 pm - Reply
If it’s a silicon pan it will come out easily, if not I would suggest using parchment paper 🙂
Francesca RomanJuly 31, 2018 at 5:03 am - Reply
I used to make my own chocolate crispies but I would add raisins to mine, sometimes walnuts or pecans. I use Lindt 90% and add stevia for sweetening a bit.
Susan KentrupJuly 31, 2018 at 6:49 pm - Reply
I am interested in using shaped ice cube trays to make these. They are silicone. Do I need to coat them with a spray or will they easily come out of th molds? Are the protein crispies found at places like Trader Joe’s or Whole Foods? I can’t wait to try these for our next get together. Thanks.
NadiaAugust 1, 2018 at 8:54 am - Reply
If you’re using silicon moulds you don’t need to oil them. I got my crispies from the UK, so not sure if they would have them available in different countries. Rice crispies or puffed quinoa will work just as well 🙂
JillAugust 9, 2018 at 11:52 pm - Reply
Where did you purchase protein crispiest from?
NadiaOctober 15, 2018 at 3:43 pm - Reply
I got them from a local health shop and couldn’t find them online, but here’s an alternative https://amzn.to/2PACSH4
PatAugust 14, 2018 at 10:14 pm - Reply
Now from a non-healthy prospective – Can you use chocolate melts and would a cup of them do (metric impaired). Or how about just choc chips?
KatyAugust 20, 2018 at 11:41 pm - Reply
Do you have the nutritional info by any chance please many thanks
NadiaOctober 15, 2018 at 3:44 pm - Reply
I don’t, sorry 😛 but you can work it out using an app like myfitnesspal.
JoAnnSeptember 1, 2018 at 11:43 pm - Reply
Pleas edit your ingredient list to specify gluten-free Rice Krispies as Rice Krispies is not GF unless you buy that version of them. Thanks.
HenrySeptember 3, 2018 at 8:41 pm - Reply
Nadia. I used rice crispie but it lost the crispness. Why? I would say because of the hot chocolate mix!
Roberta GaulSeptember 7, 2018 at 12:20 am - Reply
Where do you find doughnut rings. Have never seen them, only the doughnut pans?
BarbaraSeptember 14, 2018 at 12:07 pm - Reply
How did you get the outside so smooth with chocolate
JaSeptember 15, 2018 at 1:51 pm - Reply
I see some of us are not able to understand simple english ….if it say – “you can freeze any leftover”,it means exactly “leftovers”. I’m sure there won’t be any, it looks to good. I’m making them right now.
Nadia,thanks for easy ,delish recipe.
Yum…TinaSeptember 23, 2018 at 6:37 pm - Reply
Rudeness isn’t necessary.
It was a simple question they didn’t know the answers to.You didn’t have to put it out there as if you are a know it all.SarahSeptember 25, 2018 at 5:39 am - Reply
Lol!!! I was thinking the same thing! It amazes me what some people actually say out loud!
DebbieSeptember 26, 2018 at 6:48 pm - Reply
im eating ketogenic diet and these look so temting..im thinking of using chopped almonds instead of the crispies, or some keto granola mix as i can’t eat grains…
NadiaSeptember 28, 2018 at 3:46 pm - Reply
Chopped almonds sounds lovely 🙂 I might try it next time!
DebSeptember 28, 2018 at 12:52 pm - Reply
Amen Tina, I saw couple rude comments on here and was very surprised. It’s a recipe…..Relax. Everyone interprets differently & some may be newbie cooks. So unless you’re perfect you should not be casting a stone.
Have a great day and these do look delicious!AmySeptember 30, 2018 at 12:00 pm - Reply
People of all levels of education comment here. I, too, could have asked something such as that because I like to know the answers! Helps me to learn more and I am educated.
It’s always OK to ask questions Sara, please don’t let people try to tell you otherwise. Have a blessed day!Sybil PolinOctober 4, 2018 at 4:34 pm - Reply
Hello Nadia,
My sister’s name is Nadia also. I never saw puffed quinoa. How can I do that at home.?? It’s a great treat. I make my own chocolate at home so I will melt in
something at that stage.
Thank you,
SybilNadiaOctober 5, 2018 at 3:26 pm - Reply
Hi Sybil 🙂 I bought the quinoa pops from a local health food shop, but you should be able to buy it online depending on where you live.
JennyOctober 5, 2018 at 7:21 pm - Reply
Don’t be soo nasty.
Paula GolatoOctober 9, 2018 at 6:13 pm - Reply
Wow! I don’t think this is the place for nasty and sarcastic comments. We’re all happy cooks, right??
Lisa MorrisOctober 14, 2018 at 6:35 am - Reply
Well, now Everyone take a look at Nicola’s August 21, 2018 comment…..
Now I say to Nadia’s Fans: “thanks to Nicola (and a few others here that have been called out) there is no longer a need to wonder. . . . . CHILD Bullies DO grow up to be adult BULLIES.”pssst: spread the word !
Keletha GreenOctober 17, 2018 at 6:14 pm - Reply
I have braces and would love to make this and wonder will this recipe break my brackets?
MeredithOctober 19, 2018 at 1:02 am - Reply
Hi Nadia! I made these for my daughter in college – she loved them! I used natural peanut butter and rice crispies. But mine did not turn out beautifully shiny as yours! They were matte looking 🙂 would almond butter make them shinier like yours?
KristaOctober 25, 2018 at 3:28 pm - Reply
Can I use peanut butter instead of almond butter? If so, would it be the same measurement?
Thanks!!
Bonita TaylorNovember 5, 2018 at 12:24 pm - Reply
Thanks for sharing!
Barbara WatsonNovember 11, 2018 at 1:19 pm - Reply
Hi Alli
What are the proportions and does it taste like chocolate?
NadiaNovember 14, 2018 at 4:48 pm - Reply
Do you mean the measurements in cups? If so it’s 1 1/3 cups dark chocolate chips. And yes, it tastes like chocolate 🙂
SusanDecember 9, 2018 at 7:05 pm - Reply
Yum! Will definitely try these asap. Can you use some kind of oil instead of butter? Or use regular butter?
NadiaDecember 13, 2018 at 2:17 pm - Reply
You can use coconut oil or regular butter 🙂
Trudi BakerDecember 12, 2018 at 11:25 am - Reply
Can you eat them straight out of the freezer
NadiaDecember 13, 2018 at 2:21 pm - Reply
They may be a little hard when you first take them out of the freezer, but they should be ready to eat in 5-10 minutes 🙂
AmelieDecember 17, 2018 at 12:55 am - Reply
Are the brand rice crispies vegan ?
JennileeJanuary 12, 2019 at 10:50 am - Reply
No, it’s just dark chocolate, rice crispies and almond butter and you just make circles in wax paper that will give you a donut shape.
JayneFebruary 13, 2019 at 7:03 pm - Reply
I also added a scoop of chocolate protein powder, Yummmmmmmm
writerApril 1, 2019 at 7:21 am - Reply
These are KETO friendly for sure, and they sound easy and delicious. I use ‘grass-fed’ butter and Lilly’s dark, unsweetened chocolate chips, and organic, unsweetened peanut butter from Bulk Barn, but will have to experiment with the crunchy part.
FaithJune 23, 2019 at 9:28 pm - Reply
How many calories are in one of these tasty bites?!
NadiaJune 24, 2019 at 1:39 pm - Reply
It really depends on what mould you use and the size per serving. For 18 mini doughnuts, there’s around 92 calories 🙂 Hope that helps!
Susan YakusSeptember 16, 2019 at 10:38 pm - Reply
This looks so good! Could you please tell me what 200 grams equates to in American? I can’t wait to try these!
Susan YakusSeptember 24, 2019 at 12:05 am - Reply
Delicious and so quick! I had some Lily’s chocolate chips with Stevia, but not enough, so I broke up a couple of squares of Lindt 90% dark chocolate bar. After I nuked that with regular Skippy’s peanut butter with nuts. It only has a couple of carbs and it’s so low that spread out, it’s like nothing. If you want them to be shiny, use coconut oil instead. I added the Rice Crispys and some cinnamon. I used a pan that you make ice cream sandwich cookies with. It is so quick and easy! Thank you so much. This is so helpful to stay on a Keto plan. I hated to give up all sugar and this is so satisfying!
Susan YakusSeptember 24, 2019 at 12:06 am - Reply
Edit: I also used some liquid Stevia for extra sweeting.
LiaApril 28, 2020 at 11:52 pm - Reply
Tried the puffed quinoa and brown rice and they are lovely. Puffed amaranth or buckwheat is great too.
NadiaApril 30, 2020 at 4:01 pm - Reply
So glad you enjoyed them Lia 😀
SummerApril 30, 2020 at 3:49 pm - Reply
Hey! I don’t have a doughnut tin and I don’t want to go get one since it’s quarantine. Do you have an idea how I could make these without it? Thanks!!
NadiaApril 30, 2020 at 3:59 pm - Reply
Hey Summer 🙂 you can use a muffin tin or even a round or square cake tin and slice them into bars. It will work with any tin you have 🙂
Susan YakusAugust 12, 2020 at 9:48 pm - Reply
Well here it is August 2020. I tweaked this a bit, now that better sweetener has come out. I melted the chocolate, peanut butter and coconut oil in the microwave. I used the Lindt 90% cocoa chocolate bar. I used the same recipe, only I added 3 big tablespoons of Swerve confectioners sugar. Then about 1/4 tsp of vanilla and a 1/2 tsp. peppermint extract. Same amount of peanut butter and an equal amount of coconut oil. Dropped them into a couple of ice cube trays and put in the freezer. Wonderful!
EVAOctober 22, 2021 at 6:53 am - Reply
Can i melt the chocolate using simple salted butter?
NadiaOctober 25, 2021 at 11:25 am - Reply
Hi Eva 🙂 You can use regular butter instead of almond butter. They’ll taste just as good 😀
LugaAugust 31, 2022 at 7:57 pm - Reply
Love this recipe with chocolate
NadiaSeptember 5, 2022 at 10:48 am - Reply
So glad you like it Luga 🙂 thank you for your feedback!
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