Cookie Butter Granola Bites #SundaySupper

     Last weekend I went home to be in a book trivia contest with my little cousin Greggy.  It was for his school and he had to ask 3 family members to be on his team so he asked me, my dad, and my cousin (his mom).  I was glad he asked because I ended up reading some wonderful children's literature I wouldn't otherwise have read.  We read The One and Only Ivan, The Wednesdays, My Life as a Stuntboy, and Wonder.  I had already read Wonder but the other three were good reads as well.

     While I was home my brother and I got to hang out for a while and usually that means we like to go thrift store shopping and then to some of the markets that I don't have here in Maryland.  This time we went to Trader Joe's.  I haven't been there in forever so it was a nice treat.  I got a few things including a jar of Cookie Butter.  I couldn't help it, I love that stuff!  I actually bought the crunchy kind which I hadn't had before and it was seriously awesome.

     In an effort not to eat the entire jar with a spoon I wanted to make something for brunch when my book club came over.   These Cookie Butter granola bites were perfect.  They are a combination of oats, Rice Krispies, Cookie Butter, and a few other ingredients.  They are great for breakfast or as an on the go snack.

      This week #SundaySupper is talking about foods for Lunchboxes!  This is a great topic for this week as I go back to work (teaching) tomorrow.  I thought that these granola bites would be perfect for kids to take to school with them instead of potato chips or cookies.  I also think they'll be perfect for me to pack in MY lunchbox during the school year.   The ingredients are simple and you could substitute peanut butter for the cookie butter or add in some chopped nuts.  

Cookie Butter Granola Bites  (adapted from The Barbee Housewife)
1/3 c. honey
1/3 c. Trader Joe's Cookie Butter
2 T. butter, softened
1 c. Rice Krispies
1 1/2 c. rolled oats
1/2 t. sea salt
1/4 c. Hershey's white chocolate chips
1/4 c. Hershey's cinnamon chips

1..  In a small saucepan heat the honey, Cookie Butter, and butter over medium high heat. Allow the butter to melt and mix until the ingredients are well mixed.

2.  Remove from heat and stir in the Rice Krispies and rolled oats.  Sprinkle in the sea salt and then fold in the white chocolate chips and cinnamon chips.


3.  Roll the mixture into golf ball sized balls.  Place on a baking sheet and refrigerate for 15 minutes to set.

4.  Store in an air tight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Here is what the gang is packing up in their brown bags. These recipes will be posted on Sunday:
Sandwiches, Wraps and Entrees:

• Baked Ham and Cheese Rolls from Big Bear's Wife
• Balsamic Butter Beans with Smoked Sausage and Spinach from Eat, Move, Shine
• British Bento Lunch Box from Ninja Baking
• Carrot Cake and Zucchini Bread "Sushi" from Cupcakes & Kale Chips
• Greek-style Spinach Hand Pies from Kimchi MOM
• Homemade Uncrustables from Treats & Trinkets
• Indian Spiced Chicken Meatball Wraps from Soni's Food
• Madam Wong's Pizza Rolls from Food Lust People Love
• Malibu Chicken Tortilla Pinwheels from Home Cooking Memories
• Peanut Butter & Jelly Rolls from Killer Bunnies, Inc
• Pizzadillas from La Cocina de Leslie
• Popcorn Chicken Bento from The Urban Mrs
• Potato Mushroom and Cheese Focaccia from Family Foodie
• Sausage Roll Ups from The Food Army Wife
• Scotch Eggs from My Cute Bride
• Stawberry and Chicken Pasta Salad with Strawberry Vinaigrette from Table for Seven
• Turkey, Pesto and Sun-Dried Tomato Wraps from La Bella Vita Cucina

Munchies, Salads and Sides:

• Almond Citrus Salad from No One Likes Crumbley Cookies
• Banana Bread Muffins from Curious Cuisiniere
• Best Basic Hummus from Supper for a Steal
• Blueberries & Cream Granola from The Messy Baker
• Blueberry Egg Bagels from What Smells So Good?
• Cheese Cracker Recipe from Growing Up Gabel
• Creamy Orzo & Peas {Dairyfree} from The Not So Cheesy Kitchen
• Mini Griddle Cakes from Noshing with the Nolands
• Quinoa and Green Bean Salad with Tibetan Dressing from Healthy. Delicious.

Sweet Treats:

• Biscoff White Chocolate Blondies from Cookin' Mimi
• Caramel and Rolo Rice Krispie Treats from That Skinny Chick Can Bake
• Cinnamon Zucchini Brownies from Cindy's Recipes and Writings
• Cocoa Crispy Sunbutter Bars from Alida's Kitchen
• Cookie Butter Granola Bites from Hezzi-D's Books and Cooks
• "Free" Brownies from Jane's Adventure in Dinner
• Honey Oat Bars from Magnolia Days
• No Bake Peanut Butter Rice Krispies Cookies from Pies and Plots
• Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Granola Cookies from Peanut Butter and Peppers

And remember that we have a #SundaySupper chat at 7 PM each on Sunday evening. We tweet throughout the day using the hashtag #SundaySupper, then we all gather to share ideas, recipes and answer questions from 7-8 PM ET. Check out our #SundaySupper Pinterest Board for more fabulous recipes and food photos.

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