Oatmeal Almond Balls

Oatmeal Almond Balls

YIELD Makes 24 cookies

Toasting almonds releases their full flavor and gives these cookies a rich, nutty taste.

INGREDIENTS
1/4 cup sliced almonds
2 egg whites
1/3 cup honey
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon salt
1‑1/2 cups uncooked quick oats

PREPARATION:

Preheat oven to 350°F. Place almonds on ungreased cookie sheet; bake 8 to 10 minutes or until golden brown. Set aside.
Combine egg whites, honey, cinnamon and salt in large bowl; stir until well blended. Add oats and toasted almonds; stir until well blended. Drop dough by rounded teaspoonfuls onto ungreased nonstick baking sheets.
Bake 12 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks; cool completely.

Cook's Tip
Store unopened packages of nuts in a cool, dark place. Store opened packages in an airtight container in the refrigerator for six months, or in the freezer for up to two years.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Serving Size: 1 cookie
Protein 1 g
Carbohydrate 7 g
Total Fat 1 g
Calories from Fat 19 %
Calories 42
Sodium 16 mg
DIETARY EXCHANGE:
Starch 1/2