Toasted Coconut Trail Mix Bites
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Soft dates work best in this recipe, but don't worry if your dates are on the firmer side — simply soak in a bowl of hot water for about 30 minutes to soften before using.
INGREDIENTS
Nutrition- 1⁄2
- 2tablespoons almond butter
- 1tablespoon maple syrup
- 1⁄2teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1⁄4teaspoon salt
- 1cup president's choice blue menu trail mix
- 1⁄2cup crispy rice cereal
- 1⁄4cup dried apricot, roughly chopped
- 1⁄4cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2
- 2tablespoons seeds
DIRECTIONS
- 1. Pulse dates, almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla and salt in food processor until smooth, stopping to scrape down bowl if necessary.
- 2. Add trail mix and seeds blend; pulse until coarsely chopped. Add cereal, apricots and chocolate chips; pulse until combined.
- 3. Transfer to large bowl; mix with moistened hands if necessary to combine. Roll by heaping one tablespoon into balls, then roll in coconut to coat. Arrange in single layer on large plate or baking sheet. Refrigerate until firm, about 15 minutes.
- Chef's Tip: Toast coconut in a dry skillet over medium-low heat, stirring often until golden; about, 5 to 7 minutes.