Lakeland Health Recipes

(Makes 12 Balls/Bars)

Fall is a busy season for most families as they try to juggle work, school, sports, and other extracurricular activities. These no bake bites are a quick and easy snack perfect for packing in lunches or to fuel up before a big game.

What You Need

• 1 cup dry rolled oats
• ½ cup old-fashioned natural peanut butter (contains peanuts only)
• 1/3 cup honey
• ¼ cup chopped walnuts
• ½ cup flax meal
• 1 teaspoon vanilla

Make It

Combine all ingredients together and form into balls or bars. If making into bars—press mixture into bottom of a flat pan. If making into balls— form into 12 balls. Refrigerate until firm. Cut bars. Store in freezer and enjoy as a snack or dessert.

Kitchen Tips

For a special treat, add ¼ cup mini-chocolate chips or cranberries. This recipe is versatile if you want to add your favorite nut, seed, or chopped dried fruit.

Nutrition Information (per ball or bar): 155 calories, 4.6 g protein, 15.7 carbohydrates, 2.9 g fiber, 9 g fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 35.4 mg sodium (1 carb choice per serving)