2017 Kids Recipe Challenge winning recipe: 2nd Place!
This recipe was submitted by Stephen who is in grade 4 and lives in Bancroft. He uses these to fuel up before heading out to play soccer.
A quick little bite for a tasty snack kids will love to make and eat. By using a nut butter substitute these are a safe school snack.
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Makes: about 2 dozen
Serving Size: 3 energy balls
Tips:
- This recipe makes about 24 bites. Store them in an airtight container in the freezer for a quick treat at any time.
Ingredients
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Large flake oats |
1 cup (250 mL)
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Ground flax seeds |
1/2 cup (125 mL)
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Dark chocolate chips |
1/2 cup (125 mL)
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Sunflower seed butter or other nut butter substitute |
1/2 cup (125 mL)
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Honey |
1/3 cup (75 mL)
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Dried cranberries |
1/3 cup (75 mL)
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Vanilla extract |
1 tsp (5 mL)
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Directions
- Wash hands with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds. Clean all countertops and equipment used for food preparation.
- In a large bowl, stir together oats, flax, chocolate chips, sunflower butter, honey, cranberries and vanilla until well combined.
- Use a tablespoon (15 mL) top portion oat mixture.With clean hands, roll into balls and place on plate. Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks at or below 40ºF (4ºC).
Nutrition Information per 3 balls:
Calories: 300 kcal
Protein: 7 g
Fat: 16 g
Carbohydrate: 38 g
Fibre: 5 g
Sodium: 5 mg
Calcium: 19 mg
Iron: 1 mg
Last Update – June 25, 2024