Flourless Peanut Butter Granola Balls. While at first glance, you might not think these to be a "Christmas Cookie" per se, they do come from Martha Stewart's "Holiday Cookies". The simplicity of this recipe and the somewhat "healthful" factor was very appealing. These little granola balls are the perfect all-occasion "little sweet" that can be whipped up in a matter of minutes. I added a few teaspoons of cinnamon, some honey-glazed chopped pecans I picked up at Whole Foods and a bit of sea salt. I kept thinking I should reach for the cayenne pepper or the chipotle powder, as I felt they would have alot more depth with an ever-so-slight zing of "heat"...to add a little "pop" or "wow" factor to them. Next time I will try that. The great thing about a simple recipe like this, is you can really change it up and add whatever you like. Am sure chocolate chips, a different cereal, any nut, spice, coconut or dried fruit would be great--the possibilities are endless. Say what you want about Martha....she really did it again.
Flourless Peanut Butter-Granola Balls
from Martha Stewart's "Holiday Cookies"
1/3 cup honey
1/4 cup natural peanut butter
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup crisped rice cereal
1 cup old fashioned rolled oats (not quick cooking)
1/4 cup dried fruit (I used craisins)
1. Heat honey, peanut butter and butter in a small saucepan over medium. Stir until well warmed through and smooth, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in cereal, oats and dried fruit.
2. Drop mixture by the tablespoon into mini paper cupcake or candy liners. Place on rimmed baking sheet and chill until set, about 15 minutes. Balls can be refrigerated in an airtight container up to 1 week.
Wonderful idea....these look yummy! Beautiful photographs!
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