L's mother is always cooking. Everytime we go over there its snack time! Cookies and candy are always on the menu. It seems most everyones favorite is something called Cocoa Puff cookies. L and my daughter eat them by the bowl full! Ive tried them and they are tasty but I really wanted to attempt a slightly healthier recipe. I mean, who am I kidding, even re-vamped this isnt health food. It is, however, a nice alternative for a sweet indulgence and I dont feel as bad handing the kids a couple for a treat. Also, they are no-bake and quick which is always nice. Im going to post the original recipe and my alternative recipe.
Original Cocoa Puff Cookie Recipe:
- 1 cup Sugar
- 1/2 cup Karo Syrup
- 1/4 cup Honey
- 1 1/2 cups Peanut Butter
- 4 cups Cocoa Puffs cereal
In a large pot bring Sugar, Syrup and Honey to a boil until sugar is dissolved. Stir in the Peanut Butter and then the Cocoa Puffs. Drop by spoonfuls onto wax paper and let cool. Store in a air-tight container.
Revamped Honey-O Cookies:
- 1/2 cup Sugar
- 1/2 cup Agave Nectar
- 1 1/2 cups Natural Peanut Butter with no added sugar. I use the Crunchy but you could opt for either.
- 4 cups any type of cereal you choose. I used a whole-grain Honey Nut Cheerios type cereal with no artificial color. You could also use a sugarless Cheerios for even less sugar.
In a large pot bring Agave Nectar and Sugar to a boil. Stir until dissolved. Stir in the Peanut Butter and then the cereal. I shape them into balls a bit larger than walnut size and place them on wax paper to harden. I added the sugar to keep the recipe tasting alot like the original but you could actually omit the sugar all together. The Agave is really sweet enough and I enjoy the natural Peanut Butter flavor. Store in an air-tight container and enjoy!
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