Active Time

　　15 minutes

　　Total Time

　　50 minutes

　　These coconut- and oat-studded bites come together in just one bowl (no food processor required!). Keep them on hand for a healthy morning or afternoon pick-me-up or a satisfying after-school snack. If your family or school is nut-free, follow the sunflower butter option instead of using almond or peanut butter.

　　

Ingredients

Makes about 20

　　1/4 cup honey

　　1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

　　1 teaspoon vanilla extract

　　1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

　　1 cup quick-cooking old-fashioned oats

　　1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes

　　3/4 cup coarsely chopped dried cherries or whole raisins or mini chocolate chips

　　1/2 cup creamy almond, peanut, or sunflower butter

　　

Step 1

Stir honey, cinnamon, vanilla, salt, and 3 Tbsp. hot water in a medium bowl until smooth and incorporated. Stir in oats and coconut and let sit 10 minutes.

　　

Step 2

Fold in cherries and almond butter and stir thoroughly to combine.

　　

Step 3

Scoop mixture by the level tablespoon and roll into balls in between your palms. Transfer to a plate or rimmed baking sheet and chill at least 30 minutes before serving.

　　

Do Ahead

Step 4

Bites can be made 10 days ahead. Transfer to an airtight container and chill, or freeze up to 3 months.