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.

Berry bircher muesli

Make delicious low-fat breakfasts by combining crunchy oats with fresh fruit and nuts. 

Ingredients (serves 6)

• 3 cups rolled oats (see note)
• 1 1/2 cups unsweetened apple juice
• 1 granny smith apple, coarsely grated
• 1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
• 2 small limes, juiced
• 1 cup thick, plain yoghurt
• 1 cup mixed fresh berries (we used blackberries, strawberries, raspberries)
• 2 tablespoons honey

 

Method

1. Place oats in a large bowl. Pour over apple juice to cover. Stir to combine. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
2. Just before serving, stir in apple, almonds, 1/4 cup lime juice, 3/4 cup yoghurt and 3/4 cup mixed berries.
3. Spoon muesli into bowls. Top with remaining yoghurt and mixed berries. Drizzle with honey. Serve immediately.

 

Notes

This recipe is best made 1 day in advance. Use regular (not quick-cooking) rolled oats for this recipe. Tip: You could replace the yoghurt in step 3 with milk.