# What you'll need:
→ Nut Butter Mixture
01 - 1 cup creamy almond butter or peanut butter
02 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
03 - 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Coating & Decoration
07 - 2 cups chocolate-flavored whole grain cereal (e.g., Chex, Cocoa Krispies, or gluten-free equivalent)
08 - 1/4 cup powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
# Method:
01 - In a medium bowl, mix almond butter, softened butter, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until fully blended and smooth.
02 - Place the mixture in the refrigerator for 10 to 15 minutes to slightly firm it, improving manageability.
03 - Divide the chilled mixture into 12 equal portions, shaping each into a small oval resembling the base of a pinecone.
04 - Starting at the narrow end, press chocolate-flavored cereal pieces into the nut butter oval, overlapping to mimic pinecone scales.
05 - Place the coated pinecones on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
06 - For a snowy appearance, lightly dust the pinecones with powdered sugar.
07 - Refrigerate for 10 minutes to allow the pinecones to set before serving.
