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Healthy Date and Pecan Cookies

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PREP TIME
15 min
COOKING TIME
15 min
TOTAL TIME
30 min
SERVINGS
18 servings
Dessert
Healthy Date and Pecan Cookies
Ingredients
  • 1 cup chopped dates
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 very ripe banana, mashed
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit, the ideal temperature for baking.
2
Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
3
In a large mixing bowl, merge the dates, pecans, water, mashed banana, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract. The combination of these ingredients will form the base of your cookies.
4
In a separate bowl, blend together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. This mixture will serve as a foundation for your cookies.
5
Mix the dry ingredients with the date mixture until you achieve a harmonious balance of flavors and textures.
6
Scoop out small portions of the dough, approximately one tablespoon in size, and place them about 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheet. Gently press the dough with your palm to flatten it slightly.
7
Place the cookies in a preheated oven and bake until they start to develop a golden brown color around the edges, taking care not to overcook them. The baking time should be between 11 and 13 minutes.
8
Once the cookies are done, remove them immediately from the oven and transfer them to a wire rack to cool.