Sugar Free Date Cookies Recipe

Introduction

These sugar-free date cookies are a wholesome and naturally sweet treat perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without refined sugar. Made with oats, peanut butter, and dates, they offer a chewy texture and rich flavor in every bite.

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups quick oats
• ½ cup natural peanut butter (use a fresh jar)
• 1 ½ cups pitted dates (soak them in hot water for 10 minutes)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
2. Step 2: Add the oats to a food processor and process until they form a fine flour.
3. Step 3: Add the peanut butter and soaked dates to the food processor. Process until the dough sticks together when pinched between your fingers.
4. Step 4: Roll the dough into tablespoon-sized balls and place them on the prepared cookie sheet. Flatten each ball gently into a cookie shape, as they won’t spread while baking.
5. Step 5: Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, rotating the cookie sheet halfway through. Check the bottoms at 10 minutes—they should be brown, while the tops will not change much in color.
6. Step 6: Allow the cookies to cool on the sheet for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Tips & Variations

• Ensure the peanut butter is fresh for the best flavor and texture.
• Try adding a pinch of cinnamon or vanilla extract for an extra layer of taste.
• Swap peanut butter with almond or cashew butter if preferred.
• Use medjool dates for a softer dough and richer sweetness.

Storage

Store the cookies covered at room temperature for 7 to 10 days. They keep well in an airtight container, maintaining their chewiness. For longer storage, freeze the cookies in a sealed container and thaw at room temperature before serving.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use old peanut butter instead of fresh?

Using fresh peanut butter is recommended as older peanut butter may affect the flavor and texture of the cookies, making them less appetizing.

Do these cookies need to be refrigerated?

No refrigeration is needed. Storing them in an airtight container at room temperature will keep them fresh for up to 10 days.

Sugar Free Date Cookies Recipe

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These Sugar Free Date Cookies are a wholesome and naturally sweet treat made with oats, natural peanut butter, and dates. Perfect for a healthy snack, they combine the chewy texture of dates with the nutty flavor of peanut butter, all baked to perfection without any added sugar.

• Author: Amy
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 12 minutes
• Total Time: 27 minutes
• Yield: Approximately 18 cookies 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups quick oats

Wet Ingredients

• ½ cup natural peanut butter (use a fresh jar)
• 1 ½ cups pitted dates (soak them in hot water for 10 minutes)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Set the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
2. Process Oats: Add the quick oats to a food processor and process until they form a fine oat flour, which forms the base of the cookie dough.
3. Add Peanut Butter and Dates: Add the natural peanut butter and the soaked, drained dates to the food processor. Process until the mixture sticks together when pinched between your fingers, forming a cohesive dough.
4. Shape Cookies: Roll the dough into tablespoon-sized balls and arrange them on the parchment lined cookie sheet. Flatten each ball gently into a cookie shape since they won’t spread during baking.
5. Bake: Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes at 350°F, rotating the cookie sheet halfway through baking. Check the bottoms at 10 minutes; they should be golden brown, while the tops will remain mostly unchanged.
6. Cool and Store: Allow the cookies to cool on the cookie sheet for 10 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack. Store the cookies covered at room temperature for 7 to 10 days.

Notes

• Use fresh natural peanut butter for best texture and flavor.
• Soaking dates softens them, making the dough easier to process and bind.
• The cookies do not spread during baking, so shape them before baking.
• Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

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