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No-Added-Sugar Date Cookies

No-Added-Sugar Date Cookies highlight the lush, caramel-like sweetness of dates balanced by toasty pecans and warm cinnamon. Mashed banana keeps the crumb tender and moist, while a hint of vanilla rounds out each bite. Serve these for an afternoon snack or a light dessert when you want something gently sweet without refined sugar.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook15 mins
  • Serves18
  • DifficultyEasy
No-Added-Sugar Date Cookies
  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    Combine the dates, pecans, water, banana, egg, butter, and vanilla extract in a bowl.

  3. 3

    In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Add this to the date mixture and stir until well combined.

  4. 4

    Drop the dough by tablespoonfuls about 1 inch apart onto the prepared baking sheet, then gently flatten with the palm of your hand.

  5. 5

    Bake in the preheated oven for 11 to 13 minutes, until the cookies begin to brown at the edges; take care not to over-bake. Transfer the cookies immediately to a wire rack to cool.

About This Recipe

No Added Sugar Date Cookies is a breakfast recipe made with 11 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 18, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Baking Powder, Banana, and Butter. Each serving provides about 95.84 kcal.

Recipe Questions

What is No-Added-Sugar Date Cookies?
It is a cookie recipe made with 11 ingredients, usually served for breakfast or dessert or snack.
What is No-Added-Sugar Date Cookies made of?
The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Baking Powder, Banana, Butter, Chopped Dates. The full list of 11 is above.
How long does it take to make No-Added-Sugar Date Cookies?
About 30 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 95.84 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is No-Added-Sugar Date Cookies easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 11 ingredients and 5 steps.

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