Apricot and muesli sesame balls

Everyone deserves a little treat with their morning or afternoon cuppa, and these apricot and muesli sesame balls are low GI and low fat. Perfect! 

Preparation Time

15 - 35 minutes

Cooking Time

15 minutes

Makes

26

Ingredients

• 140g (3/4 cup, firmly packed) dried apricots
• 125ml (1/2 cup) cold water
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ground cardamom
• 1 x 30g pkt sesame seeds
• 215g (2 cups) natural muesli

 

Method

1. Combine the apricots, water, cinnamon, nutmeg and cardamom in a saucepan and bring to the boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 12 minutes or until apricots soften. Uncover and set aside for 20 minutes to cool.
2. Meanwhile, place sesame seeds in a saucepan and toss over medium heat for 2-3 minutes or until golden. Set aside.
3. Place the muesli in the bowl of a food processor and process until finely chopped. Add the apricot mixture and process until a stiff dough forms (add a little extra water if required). Transfer to a bowl and use your hands to knead until well combined.
4. Use your hands to roll 2 teaspoonfuls of mixture into a ball. Repeat with the remaining mixture. Toss balls in sesame seeds to lightly coat.