AFRICAN PEANUT BUTTER CANDY

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One of the principal crops of some African countries is peanuts. They are nutritious and hardy, making them a first-rate survival food. In this recipe peanuts and highly prized honey are combined to make a sweet African treat.

Provided by Leslie

Categories     Candy

Time 15m

Yield 35 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup low-fat peanut butter
1 cup honey, slightly warm
1 -2 cup powdered milk or 1 -2 cup toasted wheat germ
1/2 cup finely grated coconut

Steps:

  • Put peanut butter and honey in bowl and blend well.
  • Add 1 cup powdered milk or wheat germ and blend into a stiff dough, adding more powdered milk or wheat germ as needed.
  • Form mixture into small 1-inch balls or patties.
  • Put coconut in flat pan.
  • Roll balls or patties in coconut to coat.
  • Place side by side on dish covered with wax paper, cover with another wax paper sheet, and refrigerate.
  • Serve as a sweet snack treat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 55.6, Fat 1.8, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 3.5, Sodium 14.4, Carbohydrate 9.7, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 9.4, Protein 1.1

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