With extra time spent at home and little people snacking at an all-time high, I thought I would share our favorite easy, no-bake cookie recipe. This cookie or all-natural protein ball if you will, is so versatile and can be made to suit the taste-buds of all your favorite Food Explorers! Beyond how simple it is to make, I love that it is filled with protein, fiber, and healthy fats that keep my favorite snackers satisfied for hours.
These cookies also make for a great learning “snacktivity.” Having your kiddos help in the kitchen is beneficial for so many reasons. Not only is it an entertaining pastime, but it’s also an empowering, hands-on learning experience that teaches life skills and encourages more adventurous palates. Let them get creative while getting their hands in the mix!
Little kids and big kids can help with:
- Measuring
- Pouring
- “Pressing the button”
- Mixing
- Choosing mix-ins
- Rolling
- and the best part… Taste-testing!
*This recipe can also be vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free.
Pour cashews and oatmeal into a food processor.
Blend until a smooth flour is formed and then transfer to a bowl to add your maple syrup, vanilla, and mix-ins.
Everyone can pick their favorite mix-ins and roll their own!
Blueberry vanilla cookies
Expert tip:
Try different combinations such as:
- Cardamom + dried mango bits
- Yogurt chips + craisins
- Pumpkin pie spice + dried apple bits
- Dipped in melted chocolate + chopped nuts
- Candied ginger + lemon zest
- Swapping out the vanilla for almond extract + lemon zest + poppy seeds
- Swapping out the vanilla for almond extract + sprinkles for a “birthday cake ball”
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