Fruit, Nut Clusters

This is just a wonderful snack item, easy to make, and packed with nutritious nuts and fruits. Mind the dried fruit, and it will be pretty okay for low-carb eaters.

For those not counting carbs, feel free to use real maple syrup and honey.

Keep stored in the fridge for best results.





INGREDIENTS:

• 3 c of assorted fruits and nuts and seeds. Include, prunes, dates, figs, dried mango, peach, cranberries, tart cherries, raisins, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, hemp seeds, peanuts, walnuts, almonds, pecans, pine nuts. Use anything you think will work. You might include peanut butter bits or chocolate chips too. 
• 1/4 c sugar free maple syrup
• 1/4 c sugar free honey
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 2 pkgs of stevia granular sweetener (if needed)
• 1 tsp vanilla
• pinch of salt
• 2 eggs, beaten

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Add all to a large bowl and mix until all is well distributed and coated.
2. Spread evenly on a parchment covered pan (11 x 5 works well)
3. Place in a 350 oven for about 15 minutes or until the egg "disappears". 
4. Cool, chop or break up into pieces and store in the fridge. 

SERVES: 24 pieces or so

NOTES: If you wish to spend the extra time, drop by spoonfuls into candy paper cups and use the candy cup mold. 

SOURCE: Buttoni's Low Carb Recipes