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Healthy Chocolate Peanut Butter Date Cookies

Deliciously sweet and healthy cookies made with wholesome ingredients like peanut butter, chocolate, and dates.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup pitted dates Ensure the dates are pitted for smooth blending.
  • 1/2 cup natural peanut butter Can be substituted with almond butter or sunflower seed butter for a nut-free version.
  • 1/2 cup oats Substitute with ground nuts or coconut flakes if needed.
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup chocolate chips Optional, can be added for extra chocolate flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a food processor, combine the pitted dates and blend until they form a sticky paste.
  3. Add the peanut butter, oats, cocoa powder, salt, and vanilla extract to the blended dates. Process until all ingredients are well combined.
  4. If using, fold the chocolate chips into the mixture with a spatula.
  5. Using a tablespoon, scoop out the mixture and shape it into balls. Place them onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
  6. Gently flatten each cookie ball with your fingers for even baking.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until soft but firm. They'll harden as they cool.
  8. Let the cookies sit on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze them for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature and warm in the microwave for about 10 seconds if desired.