Your favourite granola, mixed with almond butter, dried fruit, honey and a little milk makes one delicious energy snack you can enjoy anytime or to take for when you’re on the go! Perfect for kid’s lunch boxes too!
Makes: 16 balls (8 servings) Prep. Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 1-2 hours
Ingredients
• 2 cups of granola (use your favourite mix)
• 4 tablespoons of almond butter
• 2 tablespoons of honey (or agave honey)
• 3 tablespoons of milk (you can substitute with water, or a dairy-free alternative)
1/4 cup dried cranberries (you can substitute with your choice of dried fruit – raisins, cherries, dates, apricots, etc.)
Directions
1. In a large bowl, mix together honey and almond butter.
2. Stir in granola and dried cranberries.
3. Add the milk and stir until mixture is evenly moistened.
4. Form 16 balls, each 1 heaping tablespoon. Tip: Form the balls using plastic wrap to keep the mixture from sticking to your hands.
5. Chill in the refrigerator 1 to 2 hours, or until firm. Store in freezer-safe containers or ziploc bags to freeze or refrigerate. They will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to a week or for a few months in the freezer.
