Healthy Oatmeal Date Walnut Cookies
Indulge in the guilt-free goodness of these Healthy Oatmeal Date Walnut Cookies—a perfect combination of wholesome ingredients and naturally sweet flavors. Packed with heart-healthy rolled oats, fiber-rich whole wheat flour, and naturally sweet dates, these cookies are a nutritious snack for any time of day. The addition of chopped walnuts offers a delightful crunch, while a hint of cinnamon adds warmth. Sweetened entirely with dates and free of refined sugar, these cookies are bound to satisfy your cravings while keeping your health goals in check. Quick to prepare, with just 15 minutes of prep time, they’re ideal for busy weekdays or a wholesome treat post-workout. Whether you enjoy them with your morning coffee or as an afternoon pick-me-up, these chewy delights are sure to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Rolled oats
- 1 cup Whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1.5 cups Pitted dates
- 0.5 cup Hot water
- 0.25 cup Coconut oil (melted)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 Egg
- 0.75 cup Chopped walnuts
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well and set aside.
Place the pitted dates in a heatproof bowl and pour the hot water over them. Let the dates soak for about 5 minutes to soften.
Transfer the softened dates and soaking water to a blender or food processor. Blend until a smooth paste forms.
Add the melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and egg to the date paste. Blend again until fully combined.
Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir until the ingredients are just combined.
Fold in the chopped walnuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Scoop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Gently flatten each cookie with the back of a spoon or your fingers.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden around the edges.
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3242 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 138.8 g | 178% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.2 g | 301% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 196 mg | 65% | |
| Sodium | 1746 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 481.3 g | 175% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 63.1 g | 225% | |
| Total Sugars | 243.6 g | ||
| Protein | 70.5 g | 141% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 481 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 19.0 mg | 106% | |
| Potassium | 4135 mg | 88% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
