On The Trail With Balls Of Goodness!

It is important to stay well nurished on a hiking trip, and with this simple & fun recipe you will be satisified and full of energy! Trail mix is a tradition in the outdoor community and very healthy, full of protein and fiber.

What you will need to start:

-Oven
-Mixing bowl
-Mixer
-Dry measuring cups
-9 by 15 inch baking sheet
- Large Spoon
-Oven mit

For 1-2 person serving:

-4 cups rolled oats
-1 cup flour
-2 eggs
-1 tsp. baking soda
-1 tsp. vanilla extract
-1 tbp. honey
-2/3 cup butter
-1/2 cup dark or light brown sugar
-1/2 cup chocolate chips or yougurt chips
-1/2 cup dried cranberries or raisins
-1/2 cup chopped alomnds or other nuts

Directions:

 

Step 1

Preheat an oven to 325 degrees and place a baking rack near the center of the oven. Prepare the 9-by-15-inch pan by lightly greasing the entire inner surface with butter.
  

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, flour, baking soda, honey and 2 eggs. Add melted butter last. Mix at a low speed.   
 

Step 3

Add the remaining ingredients. Of course you can subtract or add any of the remaining ingredients to your liking. For example you can add pretzels, coconut, dried fruit or sunflower seeds!
 

 

Step 4

Roll the mixture into a ball formation with your hands and place one by one on the baking sheet seperated by an inch each. Roll the balls to the size of your choice! 

 

 

Step 5

Place in the oven for 20-25 mintues or until golden brown.    

 

Step 6

Cool for 45 mintues and ENJOY!