Tag: easy snacks

Banana Cookies

There is a never ending conundrum about what to do with old bananas. Banana bread is always a good option. It freezes well and makes nice little gifts. I did consider Frosted Banana Bars because they are oh so heavenly but decided against them because 

Apricot Bars

One evening after our youngest baby was born, a friend of mine (Diane Carter) brought us dinner and dessert. My niece was visiting at the time and we both agreed we had to have the recipe. Apricot Jam Powdered Sugar Crust / Topping: 1 1/2 

Heavenly Snack Bars

This is a recipe submitted by Sharon Chupp to the Family Circle Magazine.

2 cups crisp rice cereal
2 cups peanut butter flavored corn and oat cereal
2 cups marshmallows
2 cups chopped pecans
1 1/2 pounds white chocolate, chopped

Coat a large baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray. In a large bowl, combine rice cereal, peanut butter cereal, marshmallows and pecans. Place chopped chocolate in a medium sized bowl. Microwave on high for about 3 minutes, stirring halfway through. Stir until smooth. Pour melted chocolate over cereal mixture and stir until coated. Spread mixture onto prepared baking sheet. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm. Cut into 24 squares.

Peanut Butter Granola Balls

This recipe comes from Everyday Foods magazine. It is easy enough for little kids to make. 1/3 cup Honey 1/4 cup peanut butter 2 tbsp butter 1 cup crisp rice cereal 1 cup rolled oats 1/4 cup dried fruit, such as raisins, cherries, or cranberries