Nuggets on the Trail

Children will need help from an adult! Don't forget to drink water while you hike.

Yield: 10 nuggets

Serving Size: 1 Cookie

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Chill Time: at least 2 hours

Note: This recipe is best prepared the night before the hike.

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Ingredients:

• 2 Tbsp + 2 tsp natural peanut butter
• 1 Tbsp + 1 tsp nonfat dry milk powder
• 1 Tbsp + 1 tsp unsweetened flaked coconut
• 1 Tbsp + 2 1/4 tsp rolled oats
• 1/8 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 Tbsp + 1 tsp wheat germ
• 1 Tbsp + 1 tsp unsweetened apple juice concentrate, thawed
  

Equipment:

• Large mixing bowl
• Measuring cups
• Measuring spoons
• Mixing spoon
• Large plate
• Zip-top bags

Directions:

1. Mix peanut butter, milk powder, and coconut in large mixing bowl.
2. Stir in oats, ground cinnamon, wheat germ, and apple juice concentrate.
3. Shape dough into 1-inch balls and space on large flat plate.
4. Chill cookies thoroughly before serving.
5. Store in the refrigerator.

To Serve:

Place each nugget in a zip-top bag. Also, pack the nuggets with a frozen water bottle or ice pack in an insulated container to keep it cold while on the trail.

Nutritional Facts:

Calories: 46
Total Fat: 2.9g
Protein: 1.9g
Cholesterol: <1mg
Sodium: 18mg
Carbohydrate: 3.8g
Fiber: <1g

Fun Fact: Peanut butter’s high protein content draws moisture from your mouth. That is why it sticks to the roof of your mouth.