Pear & Apple Oat Balls

A healthy homemade snack that contains the goodness of fruit, oats and nuts that takes no time at all to prepare.  Great for lunchboxes and kids parties. The nuts are optional, so please adhere to school policies when choosing to include them.

The Thermomix version of our Pear & Apple Oat Balls is  featured in the Thermomix eBook Simply Sweet and Savoury. 

Nutrition Note: Long lasting carbohydrates, protein, fibre, vitamin C and omega-3 and heart healthy fatty acids all rolled into one tasty little snack.

Ingredients

• 2 cups oats
• 50g macadamia nuts, or almond meal (optional)
• 1 tsp chia seeds (optional)
• 3 tsp water
• 1 cup dried organic apples, chopped
• 1 pear, peeled and diced
• ½ cup desiccated coconut + extra for rolling
• 1 tsp maple syrup

Method

Step 1

Heat a frying pan over medium. Add the oats and toast for a few minutes, stirring continually. Once lightly toasted, remove from the pan and set aside. -

Step 2

In a small bowl combine the chia seeds and water and leave to soak. -

Step 3

Place the macadamia nuts into a food processor and blend until it resembles a fine consistency. -

Step 4

Add the dried apple and coconut and mix to combine. -

Step 5

Add the toasted oats, chopped pear, chia seeds and maple syrup and process until well combined. -

Step 6

Roll the mixture into teaspoon sized balls and then roll in extra coconut. -

Step 7

Store in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for a great snack on the go. -