Best 6 Wheat Germ Balls Recipes
Wheat germ balls, also known as wheat meatballs, are a delightful and nutritious snack or appetizer that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Made from a combination of wheat germ, flour, and spices, these bite-sized balls are not only delicious but also packed with essential nutrients like fiber, protein, and vitamins. Whether you're looking for a healthy alternative to traditional meatballs or simply craving a flavorful treat, wheat germ balls are sure to satisfy your taste buds and provide you with a boost of energy.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
PEANUT BUTTER ENERGY BALLS
You'd never know these yummy little balls are actually healthy! With the main ingredients being wheat germ and peanut butter, they are full of protein! Kids love them! Add chocolate chips, raisins, or coconut to the mix. Rolling in coconut is also delicious!
Provided by CupcakeKatie
Categories Appetizers and Snacks
Time 1h10m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Mix wheat germ, peanut butter, honey, and milk powder together in a bowl; shape into bite-size balls. Arrange balls on a plate.
- Place in the freezer until solid, at least 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.9 calories, Carbohydrate 22.9 g, Cholesterol 0.3 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 68.3 mg, Sugar 16.8 g
WHEAT GERM MEATBALLS
Awesome meatballs that are actually sort of healthy! Well...they have fiber... All the amounts are approximate to give you an idea of the ratios. Normally I just wing it until the "pre balled" meat lump looks like a lump of bread dough and is no longer excessively sticky yet not dry.
Provided by Shelly K
Categories Meat
Time 55m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Pre-heat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Mix together everything except the wheat germ. It should be sticky and not stay together. Use your hands!
- Add the wheatgerm and mix it up. It should look like bread dough. It should hold together, but not be dry and hard.
- Roll into balls and place in an oil sprayed Pyrex.
- At this point you can brush with some more bbq sauce but it is not necessary.
- Cook for 45 min or until they are finished to your liking.
- YUM!
WHEAT GERM BALLS
--Adopted Recipe-- The original submitter states that this unusual cookie came from the More-with-Less Cookbook. Prep time does not include chill time.
Provided by GrandmaIsCooking
Categories Dessert
Time 42m
Yield 42 cookies, 14 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients except the 3/4 cup wheat germ in a bowl.
- With an electric mixer, beat on low speed until well mixed.
- Chill dough until easy to handle. Form into 1 inch balls.
- Roll dough balls in 3/4 cup wheat germ. Place on cookie sheet.
- Bake in preheated oven at 350 Fahrenheit for 12-15 minutes.
GRANDMA'S WHEAT GERM COOKIES
In her Clear Lake, Minnesota kitchen, Pam Voigt lightened up a traditional oatmeal chocolate chip cookie by adding wheat germ, eliminating butter and using applesauce.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 4 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, beat brown sugar and oil until blended. Beat in egg, then applesauce. Combine the flour, wheat germ, oats, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to brown sugar mixture and mix well. Stir in chocolate chips and walnuts., Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto baking sheets coated with cooking spray. Flatten slightly with a glass bottom coated with cooking spray. , Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly browned and cookies are set. Cool for 1 minute before removing to wire racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 102 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 64mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
PUFFED WHEAT BALLS
My Grandma Hunt is almost 90 years old. Whenever she comes over, she makes her famous Puffed Wheat Balls by the dozen. Her 82 grandchildren and 168 great-grandchildren all love them. -Lucile Proctor, Panguitch, Utah
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 25m
Yield about 2-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place cereal in a large bowl; set aside. , In a heavy saucepan, bring brown sugar, corn syrup and butter to a boil. In a small bowl, combine evaporated milk and sugar; add to boiling mixture. Cook until candy thermometer reads 240° (soft-ball stage). Pour over cereal and stir to coat., Shape into 2-in. balls. Wrap individually in plastic wrap if desired. Store in airtight containers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 35mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
MOMMA'S WHEAT GERM COOKIES
Good Cookies!! You'll be giving out this recipe forever!!! Be sure to leave the cookies on the cookie sheet for at least one minute after removing them from the oven. This allows them to "flatten" and firm up, also make sure you use rolled oats, not instant! Please don't let all the ingredients scare you away from this recipe.
Provided by DONNA
Categories Desserts Cookies Oatmeal Cookie Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 60
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, white sugar and brown sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs, one at a time then stir in the vanilla. In a separate bowl, combine the oats, wheat germ, flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Stir the dry ingredients into the creamed mixture. Finally, mix in the coconut, pecans and dates. Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for a couple minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 111.7 calories, Carbohydrate 12.7 g, Cholesterol 14.3 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 94.5 mg, Sugar 7.9 g
Tips:
- Use fresh wheat germ for the best flavor and nutritional value.
- If you don't have wheat germ, you can substitute another type of germ, such as oat germ or barley germ.
- Be sure to toast the wheat germ before using it in the recipe. This will help to bring out its flavor and make it more digestible.
- If you don't have time to toast the wheat germ, you can use it raw. However, the flavor will be less pronounced.
- Feel free to experiment with different ingredients in the recipe, such as nuts, seeds, and dried fruits.
- Wheat germ balls can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Wheat germ balls can also be frozen for up to 3 months. To freeze, place the balls in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze for 1 hour. Then, transfer the balls to a freezer-safe bag and store for up to 3 months.
Conclusion:
Wheat germ balls are a delicious and healthy snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are a good source of fiber, protein, and vitamins, and they can help to improve digestion and boost the immune system. Wheat germ balls are also a great way to use up leftover wheat germ. So next time you have some extra wheat germ on hand, give these recipes a try!
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