I’ve always been on the lookout for snacks that are not just tasty, but also give me that much-needed energy boost during the day. And let me tell you, these Quick-Energy Pickups have been a game-changer for me. They’re bite-sized balls of goodness, made with a combination of graham crackers, powdered sugar, crunchy peanut butter, and semi-sweet chocolate chips. The graham crackers give them a lovely crunch, the peanut butter and chocolate chips make them oh-so-delicious, and the powdered sugar adds just the right amount of sweetness. They’re the perfect pick-me-up to get you through the day. But what I love most about these Quick-Energy Pickups is how easy they are to make. You just mix the ingredients, shape them into balls, coat them in graham cracker crumbs, and refrigerate. That’s it! They’re so simple, yet so satisfying. And the best part? They’re packed with energy, making them the perfect snack for those busy days when you need a quick refuel. So why not give them a try? I promise you, these Quick-Energy Pickups are as delightful to make as they are to eat!
Ingredients
- 3 or 4 sq. graham crackers
- 1 c. powdered sugar
- 1 c. crunchy peanut butter
- 1 c. semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 c. instant nonfat dry milk or 3 Tbsp. milk
Recipe Preparation
- Crush graham crackers.
- Mix remaining ingredients in a bowl. Shape teaspoonfuls of mixture into 1-inch balls.
- Roll the balls in the graham cracker crumbs until coated.
- Refrigerate until firm.
Calorie: 200
Total cooking time: 20 minutes
Difficulty level: Easy
The Great Graham Cracker Caper
Once upon a lazy Saturday afternoon, I found myself in dire need of a sugar rush. You know, one of those moments where you’re so desperate for a sweet treat that you’d sell your soul for a single chocolate chip? Yeah, that was me. So, I decided to whip up some of my infamous Quick-Energy Pickups. The recipe calls for graham crackers, powdered sugar, crunchy peanut butter, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and instant nonfat dry milk.
The Graham Cracker Catastrophe
First up, the graham crackers. Now, crushing these bad boys is always a joy. It’s a great way to release any pent-up frustrations. Had a bad day? Picture your boss’s face on that cracker. Crushed it. Quite therapeutic, I must say. It’s also a great way to make a mess if you’re not careful. I learned that lesson the hard way when I enthusiastically crushed my crackers into oblivion, causing crumbs to fly everywhere. Really, who knew graham crackers could be so explosive?
The Sticky Situation
Next, I had to mix the remaining ingredients in a bowl. Easy, right? Wrong. I discovered a fundamental truth about life that day: powdered sugar and crunchy peanut butter are not the best of friends. They resist each other like my cat resists a bath. And let’s not even mention the semi-sweet chocolate chips which seemed to have a mind of their own and kept jumping out of the bowl.
The Ball-Rolling Bonanza
The next step was to shape teaspoonfuls of the mixture into 1-inch balls. Now, this is where things started to really get interesting. You see, this is not just a simple task of rolling dough. Oh no, this is a delicate operation, requiring the precision of a surgeon and the dexterity of a magician. One wrong move and you’ve got a peanut butter pancake instead of a ball.
The Crumb Coating Comedy
Finally, I had to roll the balls in the graham cracker crumbs until coated. Now, this sounds easy enough, but let me tell you, it’s not. Those pesky crumbs had a mind of their own. They stuck to everything but the balls. My fingers? Covered. The countertop? Dusted. The floor? Don’t even get me started. But the balls? Barely a crumb in sight.
The Cooling Conundrum
The final step was to refrigerate until firm. Finally, a task I couldn’t mess up. Or so I thought. You see, refrigerating things requires space in the fridge. Space that I didn’t have. So, I had to play a game of fridge Tetris, trying to squeeze the tray of balls between a pot of leftover spaghetti and a suspiciously wobbly tower of yogurt pots.
The Sweet Success
Despite the challenges, the sugar cravings, the graham cracker explosion, the sticky peanut butter, the rebellious chocolate chips, the tricky ball-rolling, the stubborn crumbs, and the fridge Tetris, I finally had my Quick-Energy Pickups. And let me tell you, they were worth every single hilarious, exasperating moment.
So, my friends, the moral of the story is this: If you’re ever in need of a sugar rush and a good laugh, just whip up a batch of these. Trust me, it’s an experience you won’t forget.
