Date Sweetened, Hearty Cookies (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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½ cup melted butter
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1 cup pitted medjool dates, lightly packed (10-12 dates)
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1 large egg
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1 ½ tsp pure vanilla extract
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½ cup all-purpose flour
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½ tsp baking soda
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¼ tsp salt
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½ tsp ground cinnamon
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1 cup rolled oats
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½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or sugar-free chips if desired
# Instructions:
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Remove the pits from the dates. In a food processor or blender, blitz together the melted butter, egg, vanilla extract, and pitted dates until smooth and creamy.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and rolled oats.
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Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until incorporated. Add the chocolate chips and stir until just combined.
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). If the dough seems soft, chill it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before shaping.
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Roll about 2 tablespoons of dough for each cookie. Press the dough down into the desired round shape, as the cookies won't spread much while baking. Add a few chocolate chips on top for appearance if desired. Bake for approximately 8 minutes.
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Allow the cookies to cool before serving. These cookies are especially enjoyable when chilled in the fridge.
# Notes:
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If the dates are too firm, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes to soften. Drain thoroughly and pat dry before blending.
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When blending wet ingredients with dates, blend for at least 30 seconds to achieve a creamy consistency with no visible date pieces.
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Refrigerate dough for about 30 minutes if it is too soft or sticky to handle.
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Portion the dough using a tablespoon measure to ensure uniform sizes for even baking.