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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.

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

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.

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

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