Are you tired of the same old granola recipes? Do you want a sweet and healthy snack that's perfect for on-the-go? Look no further! Our Fresh Cherry Granola Balls recipe is a game-changer. With the sweetness of fresh cherries, the crunch of chopped nuts, and the chewiness of rolled oats, these bite-sized energy balls are the perfect treat to fuel your summer adventures. And the best part? They're ridiculously easy to make and require no cooking whatsoever! So, what are you waiting for? Dive into our recipe and get ready to indulge in the sweetest snack of the summer!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 balls
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cherries
- 1/4 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, chopped fresh cherries, and chopped nuts. Mix thoroughly to distribute ingredients evenly.
- In a separate microwave-safe bowl, warm almond butter and honey together for 20-30 seconds until slightly melted and easily stirrable. This helps blend the ingredients more smoothly.
- Pour the warm almond butter and honey mixture over the dry ingredients. Add salt and mix well, ensuring all ingredients are completely incorporated.
- Allow the mixture to rest for 2-3 minutes to let the oats absorb the liquid and become slightly sticky, which helps in forming cohesive balls.
- Using clean hands or a small cookie scoop, shape the mixture into compact balls approximately 1-inch in diameter. Press firmly to ensure the ingredients hold together.
- If the mixture feels too wet, refrigerate for 10 minutes to help firm up. If too dry, add a small amount of additional honey to bind.
- Place the formed granola balls on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set and enhance flavor cohesion.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Best enjoyed chilled.
Tips
- * Make sure to use fresh cherries for the best flavor and texture. You can also use dried cherries if fresh ones are not in season. * If the mixture feels too wet, refrigerate it for 10 minutes to help firm up. If too dry, add a small amount of additional honey to bind. * Use a small cookie scoop to shape the mixture into perfect balls. If you don't have one, clean hands work just as well! * Refrigerate the formed granola balls for at least 30 minutes to set and enhance flavor cohesion. * Store the granola balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. They're best enjoyed chilled, so keep them cool and fresh!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 82kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 2g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
