PEANUT BUTTER CLUSTERS

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Overindulging in empty calories is a holiday hazard. Here are ways to pack treats with nutrients, using delicious dried fruits, nuts, spices, whole-grain cereals and even chocolate. Fruits and nuts are rich in antioxidants; cinnamon suppresses blood sugar spikes; chocolate may help your heart and your mood.

Provided by USA WEEKEND columnist Jean Carper

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Peanut Dessert Recipes

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (10 ounce) package Reese's Peanut Butter Chips
½ cup dry-roasted unsalted peanuts
½ cup regular oats, uncooked
½ cup raisins
1 teaspoon cinnamon

Steps:

  • Microwave chips in a bowl on high power until melted, about 1 1/2 minutes. Stir. Add remaining ingredients; mix thoroughly. Using your hands, firmly roll into 1-inch balls. Cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64.6 calories, Carbohydrate 6.7 g, Fat 3.2 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 18.6 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

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