Whenever my folks come over they look to see if there’s any baked goods in my kitchen, and they’re always disappointed if they come up short. So the next time I was heading out to visit them I knew I better not show up empty handed so whipped up these coconut, almond & date cookies which were definitely well received!
They don’t have any added sugar, use almond meal rather than flour and have the goodness of oats so they are about as healthy as a cookie can get! Most importantly though, they are also extremely delicious which at the end of the day is what you want from a cookie!
I slightly adapted the recipe from one I found here.
Ingredients List
- 2 cups almond meal
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup flaked coconut
- 1tsp baking powder
- 1tsp ginger powder
- 1tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 cup pitted dates
- 1/2 cup coconut oil
- 1/4 cup milk (I used almond)
- 2tbs honey
Steps
- Preheat oven to 180C
- Combine almond meal, oats, coconut, baking powder, ginger powder and nutmeg in a large bowl and stir to combine
- Finely chop the dates and add to the bowl, stirring to distribute them (you might need to use your hands to stop them clumping together)
- Melt the coconut oil and add to the bowl with the milk and honey, stir to combine
- Roll into balls and place on a lined baking tray, flattening slightly with the back of a spoon
- Bake for 12 minutes until lightly golden, leave to cool for 5 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely
- Enjoy!
One of the best things about these cookies is they only take one bowl and they are super quick to whip up, so they’re perfect for last minute lunchbox treats! They go down particularly well with a glass of milk too!
What’s been baking at your place lately? Fancy one of my coconut, almond & date cookies?
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I Spy Plum Pie is Liz, an early 30s kiwi-born, Melbourne raised girl who is passionate about the environment and sustainability, food, exploring and learning new things. Join me on my journey to a happy, sustainable life!
Ashlee
October 19, 2014 at 11:31 am (10 years ago)Yum! I’m going to make these this weekend. Best of all, I already have the ingredients in my pantry – don’t you love it when that happens?! Thanks for sharing 🙂
I Spy Plum Pie (admin)
October 20, 2014 at 8:45 am (10 years ago)Yes! I love it when that happens! I hope you liked them!
erin
October 23, 2014 at 9:07 pm (10 years ago)My mum makes similiar cookies! These look great, well done!
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October 24, 2014 at 6:52 am (10 years ago)Thanks Erin!
Lucy @ Bake Play Smile
October 24, 2014 at 7:23 am (10 years ago)I bet your parents loved these! I love that they’re healthy but also yummy. Guilt-free cookies? I like it!!!! Thanks so much for joining our Fabulous Foodie Fridays link up! xxx
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October 25, 2014 at 5:27 pm (10 years ago)Nothing better than guilt-free cookies hey! Well, as long as they still taste good (and these ones do!)
Nicole- Seeking Victory
October 25, 2014 at 4:55 pm (10 years ago)These look great! And healthier than most breakfast cereals. Cookies for breakfast?
Maybe 🙂
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October 25, 2014 at 5:28 pm (10 years ago)I won’t tell if you won’t!