I like that this recipe for Vegan Oatmeal Date Cookies is really easy to make.
Besides being easy to make, I like this that is a more healthy kind of cookie to eat.
Vegan Oatmeal Date Cookies
This is a cookie recipe for someone who does not like a lot of ingredients.
It is also for someone who likes healthier ingredients in their cookie.
This cookie recipe reminds me a lot of my 6 Ingredient Granola Bar recipe.
Both recipes were for a heathier snack substitute for cookies or bars. Also, both recipes share similar ingredients.
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People ask what cookies are vegan.
Vegan cookies are made without ingredients that have come from animals. These ingredients would include eggs, milk chocolate, or butter.
You may also be wondering if vegan cookies are good for you.
Like with anything else, you would need to read the ingredient label to make sure and compare it to what is good for you.
As for me, I like to think of anything being less unhealthy when I can read and identify every ingredient and where it came from. Also, the effect those ingredients have on the body, specifically mine.
There are ingredients that you will need to make vegan oatmeal cookies that you may not have on hand.
Obviously, there are rolled oats in this recipe. You will also need dates.
There are a few more ingredients that you will need for this cookie recipe.
Instead of butter, we will use mashed bananas. Also needed for this recipe is honey, Vanilla Extract,
Tips for making these Vegan Oatmeal Date Cookies.
This recipe is friendly to the Mediterranean diet because it does not have any added refined sugar or flour. This recipe also features fresh fruit.
Here are some great tips for you for this recipe.
- Instead of using dates, you can use other dried fruit such as raisins or prunes.*
- This recipe calls for honey to help sweeten bind together the ingredients. However, vegans and folks who do not want to use honey can use an alternative. A great alternative is to use maple syrup with an additional date.*
- Amp up your cookies by adding shredded coconut, vegan chocolate chips, or chopped nuts.*
*Adding optional ingredients may mean that you will need to adjust other ingredients to help these cookies stick together, retain their texture or even have a good taste.
There are a few things that you should know about these vegan cookies.
Because there is not a lot of fat in these cookies, they may burn faster in the oven. I recommend keeping a close eye on them while they are baking. Adding a bit of peanut butter can help with this and add to the taste.
You may also need to shape your cookies to your liking.
I say this because some folks prefer a fatter cookie while others like a flatter cookie. Because of the oatmeal in these cookies, they tend to take on a different shape than you may be used to.
Knowing how to store these cookies correctly helps to keep them longer.
These cookies should be stored in an airtight container. Store them in a cool place, such as a refrigerator.
By the way, while you are here you may also be interested in these ideas.
- Orange Polenta Cake made with Olive Oil.
- Vegan and Mediterranean Diet Brownines.
- How to Follow the Mediterranean Diet.
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Vegan Oatmeal Date Cookies
Vegan Oatmeal Date Cookies
As mentioned, Obviously, this recipe calls for rolled oats. You will also need dates.
There are a few more ingredients that you will need for this cookie recipe.
Instead of butter, we will use mashed bananas. Also needed for this recipe is honey, Vanilla Extract,
Ingredients needed for this recipe for Vegan Oatmeal Date Cookies
- Rolled Oats – 1 cup.
- Bananas- 1 cup mashed. That is between one and two bananas depending on their size.
- Honey– 1 ½ tablespoon. Use maple syrup with an additional date instead.
- Vanilla Extract-1 teaspoon.
- Dates– ½ cup, that have been pitted and halved. Instead of using dates, you can use other dried fruit such as raisins or prunes.
- Optional- I mentioned above that you can amp up your cookies by adding shredded coconut, vegan chocolate chips, or chopped nuts*.
*Adding optional ingredients may mean that you will need to adjust other ingredients to help these cookies stick together, retain their texture or even have a good taste.
How to make these Vegan Oatmeal Date Cookies
- Preheat your oven to 325 and prep your cookie sheets with Parchment Paper .
- Next, in a large mixing bowl, blend together the oatmeal, bananas, honey and vanilla extract.
- Use a scoop to scoop out each individual cookie and press in the dates while your form a cookie shape.
- Bake the cookies for 12-14 mintues or until they begin to brown.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes to help them stick together.
As mentioned, these cookies should be stored in an airtight container.
I also like to store mine in the refrigerator.
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Nutritional Information is only an estimate and can vary especially with ingredients that are used.
Vegan Oatmeal Date Cookies, this healthy cookie recipe is made without adding any extra sugar, is gluten free, and is friendly to the Mediterranean diet.
Vegan Oatmeal Date Cookies
Ingredients
- Rolled Oats – 1 cup.
- Bananas- 1 cup mashed. That is between one and two bananas depending on their size.
- Honey– 1 ½ tablespoon.
- Vanilla Extract-1 teaspoon.
- Dates– ½ cup that have been pitted and halved. Instead of using dates, you can use other dried fruit such as raisins or prunes.
- Optional- I mentioned above that you can amp up your cookies by adding shredded coconut vegan chocolate chips, or chopped nuts*.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325 and prep your cookie sheets with Parchment Paper.
- Next, in a large mixing bowl, blend together the oatmeal, bananas, honey and vanilla extract.
- Use a scoop to scoop out each individual cookie and press in the dates while you form a cookie shape.
- Bake the cookies for 12-14 minutes or until they begin to brown.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes to help them stick together.
Recipe Notes
VEGAN OATMEAL DATE COOKIES
As mentioned, Obviously, this recipe calls for rolled oats. You will also need dates.There are a few more ingredients that you will need for this cookie recipe.
Instead of butter, we will use mashed bananas. Also needed for this recipe is honey, Vanilla Extract,*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This means that the links on this website, and specifically on this post, that lead to other sites may be affiliate links.
Nutrition
Please note: Nutritional data has been calculated using a tool that comes with this recipe card and not by me. This means that Nutritional Information is only an estimate and can vary especially with ingredients that you use. The accuracy of this tool may differ from other tools as expected. Also note that there is no instructional value to the video that may be attached to this recipe. It is only there for visual pleasure. For more information about the images in this recipe, please refer the the recipe instructions. Thank you!
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