Honey Bears
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Servings
16 Servings
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Calories
117 kcal
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Cuisine
gluten-free
Honey Bears
Description
Honey Bears consist of a mixture of natural peanut butter, honey, vanilla extract, powdered milk, and salt. Mixing these ingredients creates a pliable dough that can be rolled into tablespoon-sized balls. The natural peanut butter lends a creamy consistency and nutty flavor, while the honey provides sweetness and acts as a binder.
The added powdered milk absorbs moisture, helping the mixture firm up and giving a mild dairy undertone. The salt balances the sweetness and boosts flavor complexity. Refrigeration firms the balls, making them convenient for snacking or hand-held treats without baking.
This recipe requires minimal ingredients and no oven time, making it accessible for quick preparation. Honey Bears can be stored in the refrigerator to maintain texture and freshness over several days.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup peanut butter natural
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3/4 cup powdered milk nonfat
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp salt
Instructions
- Mix together honey, peanut butter and vanilla extract.
- Add the powdered milk and salt, stir until combined.
- Roll into balls about 1 tablespoon in size. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 117 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1ball | |
| Calories | 117kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 6mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 96mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 161mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 56IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 60mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.