My skin is red. I basically got the burnt the first really nice day. Had a workout outside, went for a long walk with a friend and burnt! It doesn't take me long that's for sure. I am not just burnt, I t shirt and v-neck burn. This means certain shirts show a wonderful line of red and white. Ooops. Hopefully this will mean my burns are done and I will just tan now for the rest of the summer. Not that I really get that tanned, I tend to just be a darker shade of white. It's sad really.One of the wonderful swag goodies from FBC2013 was Kraft's new peanut butter. I got the Banana Granola Peanut Butter. I immediately knew I wanted to make peanut butter balls. I feel it allows for true appreciation of the peanut butter. Plus with the addition of the granola you would get a nice crunch inside. In my efforts to justify delicious treats I have added some puffed quinoa into these peanut butter balls.
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Quinoa Peanut Butter Balls
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 1/2 cups banana granola peanut butter
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 cups puffed quinoa cereal
- 1 cup confectioners sugar
- 180 grams of dark chocolate
INSTRUCTIONS:
1) In a medium saucepan melt peanut butter and butter.
2) In a large bowl mix together quinoa and confectioners sugar and salt.
3) Pour the peanut butter mixture over the qunoa and mix together, allowing all puffs to be covered.
4) Place the bowl in the fridge to cool and slightly set.
5) Remove from the fridge, using a small ice cream scoop, scoop rounds and roll into balls.
6) Let cool and set again.
7) Melt chocolate over a double boiler. Roll and cover each ball in the chocolate and place on parchment. Put in the fridge to set chocolate and store in the fridge in a airtight container.
My only complaint is I wish I had more.
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I have never seen banana granola peanut butter before. They look delicious :)
ReplyDeleteIt is new. Only been out a few weeks I think.
DeleteI found the banana granola peanut butter at the 99 Cents Only store!
DeleteI think I'd buy a camera case...and these look delicious, I've never had puffed quinoa before! I burn super easily too, and never get a nice tan. Boo.
ReplyDeleteIt is found in the cereal aisle, they also have puffed kamut and millet. It's fun to try different grains.
DeleteUgh. It sucks to burn quick.
These look awesome, Meg! And like I could eat seven and not feel super guilty. Thank you so much for joining the giveaway!!
ReplyDeleteMe too.
DeleteAnytime!!
These look delicious :)
ReplyDeleteThese look amazing Meg! And I would definitely say they are healthy :) Pinning!
ReplyDeleteThanks Trish.
DeleteWow your snack balls look amazingly delish. What a cool idea to put something crunchy inside of them. A must try for sure!
ReplyDeleteIf I were so lucky as to win the give-away I would definitely splurge on baking tools and ingredients. I LOVE silicone pans, so I guess Id buy some of those. :)
Loula
Thanks, the puffed quinoa isn't overly crunchy but does add a bit of texture.
DeleteYummy! I think you can use quinoa in anything!
ReplyDeleteI know, I always find a way to use it.
DeleteHi. These look delicious. My recent favorite is a no-bake energy bite with oatmeal, but I like the idea of using quinoa...and who can resist anything dipped in chocolate?! Where do you by puffed quinoa? Is it in the cereal aisle or the grain/rice aisle? I'm visiting from Pint Sized Baker
ReplyDeleteYes, it is in the cereal aisle or sometimes the natural/organic cereal aisle. I think it is made my Nature's Path.
DeleteThese look SO yummy! I can't wait to try it! I'm going to try to "puff" the quinoa in my popcorn maker. And try that. Hope it works... These look delicious, and could easily be my favorite snack!
ReplyDeleteI am not quite sure that would work, puffed quinoa is a cereal.
DeleteI forgot to add, if I was so fortunate to win, I'd probably buy things for my home... Cute containers to store the ingredients, and new mixer... :)
ReplyDeletethis is amazing! I can't wait to use quinoa with chocolate as well :)
ReplyDeleteI have never tried quinoa...I really need to get on the ball and do it!! These truffles sound so good...love that banana peanut butter!!! I would buy fun kitchen things if I won the gift card!!!!
ReplyDeleteI put quinoa in anything I can. There is puffed quinoa, which is a cereal and then regular quinoa you boil/simmer/bake.
DeleteThese look great! I would buy some much needed small appliances for my kitchen! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI love the use of quinoa in this recipe! Healthy option to a bon bon! And honestly, you can never go wrong with peanut butter.
ReplyDeleteNew peanut butter???? I can't wait!!! I never think of quinoa as something to eat in dessert, but I clearly need to change my thinking! Fabulous Meg!
ReplyDeleteI would have NEVER thought to use Quinoa in this fashion. Amazing! Thanks for sharing at Two Cup Tuesday on Pint Sized Baker. The party will open again on Monday evening!
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