Mix whole-grain cereal with high-antioxidant chocolate, cherries and good-fat walnuts for a healthful treat.
Makes 24 clusters.
2 c. bittersweet chocolate chips
1 1/2 c. Cheerios cereal
1 c. dried cherries
1/2 c. walnut pieces
In medium bowl, microwave chocolate on high 1 minute. Stir. Microwave 1 more minute, until nearly melted. Stir until smooth. Quickly stir in cereal, cherries and nuts until well coated. Using a tablespoon, drop clusters on a baking sheet. Refrigerate 2 hours, until no longer sticky.
Nutritional Information (per cluster): 137 calories, 2 g protein, 15 g carbohydrates, 10 g fat (4 g saturated), 0 mg cholesterol, 2 g fiber, 13 mg sodium.