Easiest-ever date and oat cookies
Whip up the easiest-ever date and oat cookies with this simple recipe! Featuring wholesome ingredients like dates, oats, and a dash of cinnamon, these cookies strike a perfect balance between chewy and crunchy. Ready in just a few steps, they’re a delicious treat for any occasion.
- 08 May 2024
- Cook time 15 min
- Prep time 25 min
- 6 Servings
- 9 Ingredients
Date and oat cookies are a delicious, nutritious treat that's incredibly easy to whip up. Perfect for a quick snack or a tasty dessert, these cookies combine the natural sweetness of dates with the hearty texture of oats. Even if you're a novice baker, you'll find this recipe straightforward and foolproof.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, combine the chopped dates and baking soda. Pour in enough boiling water to cover the dates, and let them sit for about 10 minutes. Drain the dates, then set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Beat the egg into the butter-sugar mixture until well combined and smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
- Stir in the oats and the soaked, drained dates until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Using a tablespoon or a cookie scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips:
- Chop the dates finely to ensure they’re evenly distributed throughout the cookies.
- Make sure the butter is at room temperature to help it cream smoothly with the sugars.
- Don't skip the step of letting the dough rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes; this helps the flavors meld and prevents the cookies from spreading too much while baking.
- If you like your cookies chewier, bake them for a minute or two less than the recommended time.
- Feel free to add a splash of vanilla extract or a handful of nuts for extra flavor and crunch.
There you have it – the easiest-ever date and oat cookies! These cookies are sure to become a favorite, thanks to their irresistible flavor and simple preparation. Whether you enjoy them with a cup of tea, pack them as an on-the-go snack, or share them with friends and family, you'll be delighted by how easy and delicious they are.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 100 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 420kcal | 17% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 4.69g | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 66g | 18% |
| Fiber 2.39g | 6% |
| Sugar 44g | 43% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 16g | 20% |
| Saturated 9g | 29% |
| Cholesterol 80mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 150ug | 17% |
| Choline 36mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 0.10mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 0.05mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 0.57mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 0.06mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B9 16ug | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 0.08ug | 4% |
| Vitamin C 0.07mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E 0.14mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K 1.96ug | 2% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 40mg | 3% |
| Copper, Cu 0.10mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 0.92mg | 8% |
| Magnesium, Mg 24mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus, P 80mg | 6% |
| Potassium, K 170mg | 5% |
| Selenium, Se 9ug | 16% |
| Sodium, Na 250mg | 16% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.59mg | 5% |
| Water | |
| Water 15g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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