Indulge in guilt-free treats with these two easy, wholesome cookie recipes. Packed with nuts, seeds, and natural sweeteners, these cookies are perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a healthy snack without sugar or flour.
Recipe 1: Nut and Seed Biscuits
Ingredients:
- 70g dried apricots
- 50g almonds
- 70g oats
- 30g pumpkin seeds
- 40g sunflower seeds
- 20g sesame seeds
- 20g flaxseeds
- 60g cashews
- 20g pistachios
- 20g walnuts
- 20ml honey
- 1 egg white
- Pinch of salt
Instructions:
- Soak dried apricots in cold water for 15–20 minutes to soften, then chop them finely.
- In a large bowl, combine all the nuts and seeds.
- Add the chopped apricots, honey, egg white, and a pinch of salt to the nut and seed mixture. Mix thoroughly.
- Form the mixture into cookie shapes and place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (360°F) for 15–20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let them cool before enjoying these nutrient-packed cookies with your favorite tea or coffee.
Recipe 2: Peanut and Sesame Biscuits
Ingredients:
- 100g peanuts
- 20g white sesame seeds
- 20g black sesame seeds
- 40g pumpkin seeds
- 20ml Jerusalem artichoke syrup (or your favorite alternative sweetener)
- 1 ripe banana
Instructions:
- Blend peanuts in a food processor until finely ground.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ground peanuts, sesame seeds, pumpkin seeds, syrup, and mashed banana. Mix until well incorporated.
- Shape the mixture into cookie-sized rounds and place them on a parchment-lined baking tray.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (360°F) for 15–20 minutes until crisp and golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before indulging in these naturally sweetened, flavorful biscuits.
Why You’ll Love These Cookies
- Healthy Ingredients: Packed with nutrient-dense nuts, seeds, and natural sweeteners, these cookies are both wholesome and satisfying.
- No Refined Sugar or Flour: Perfect for anyone avoiding sugar or gluten.
- Quick and Easy: Both recipes are simple to make and bake in under 30 minutes.
- Versatile: Enjoy them as a snack, post-workout energy boost, or a guilt-free dessert.
Treat yourself to these homemade, healthy cookies and savor the goodness of natural, unprocessed ingredients. Perfect for sharing or keeping all to yourself!
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