Granola Balls

By 1For_Him

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp toasted sliced almonds
• 1/4 cup quick cooking oats
• 1/3 c unsweetened, dried apples, finely chopped
• 1/3 c unsweetened, dried apricots, finely chopped
• 1/3 c unsweetened cranberries or blueberries
• 2 tbsp sunflower seed (raw or toasted/salted)
• 2 tbsp coconut flakes
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 c peanut butter
• 1/4 c maple syrup or honey
• 1/2 tsp vanilla
• 1 1/2 c quick cooking oats

Preparation

Step 1

Process first 2 ingredients in a food processor to fine crumbs; set aside.

In a large bowl combine dried fruit, sunflower seeds, coconut, cinnamon, peanut butter, maple syrup or honey, vanilla, and oats; combine well until mixture begins to stick together.

Using moist hands, form mixture into 1" balls, coat lightly with almond-oat crumbs, and place into an airtight container. Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight to allow oats to absorb moisture.

Serve bites with a cold glass of milk or morning coffee. Makes 36.