Easy No-Bake Date Cookies
Delightful, healthy, and no-bake cookies made primarily from dates that satisfy your sweet tooth without guilt.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups pitted dates (softened) Use fresh, soft Medjool dates for the best texture.
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup nut butter (like almond or peanut butter) Choose your favorite nut butter.
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder or carob powder For a chocolatey flavor.
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional) Add your choice of nuts.
- 1 pinch salt Enhances flavor.
Optional Toppings
- shredded coconut or sunflower seeds Use as desired for added flavor and texture.
Instructions
Preparation
- If your dates are not soft, soak them in warm water for about 10 minutes to soften. Drain them thoroughly before use.
- In a food processor, add the softened dates, rolled oats, nut butter, cocoa powder, and salt. Blend until the mixture is well combined and forms a sticky dough.
- If you’re including chopped nuts, fold them into the mixture using a spatula or spoon until evenly distributed.
- Using your hands, scoop out small portions of the mixture and roll them into balls or flatten them into cookie shapes on a parchment-lined tray.
- Place the tray in the refrigerator for about 15-20 minutes to allow the cookies to firm up.
- Once set, your delicious no-bake cookies are ready to enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
Ensure your dates are fresh and moist for the best texture. Feel free to customize with mix-ins like dried fruits. Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness; they should last up to a week in the fridge.