Nut and Dried Fruit Cookies Recipe
Ingredients:
- 50 g (1.8 oz) walnuts, chopped
- 40 g (1.4 oz) dried cranberries (soaked in cold water for 15 minutes)
- 25 g (0.9 oz) raisins (soaked in cold water for 15 minutes)
- 25 g (0.9 oz) almonds, chopped
- 50 g (½ cup) rolled oats
- 2 apples, cut into pieces
- 1 tsp (5 ml) lemon juice
- 1 pinch of salt
- 30 ml (2 tbsp) olive oil
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Dried Fruits:
- Soak 40 g of dried cranberries and 25 g of raisins in cold water for 15 minutes. Drain them and set aside.
2. Chop the Nuts:
- Finely chop 50 g of walnuts and 25 g of almonds.
- Mix the chopped nuts with the soaked cranberries and raisins, and add 50 g of rolled oats.
3. Prepare the Apples:
- Chop 2 apples into small pieces and blend them into a smooth applesauce using a blender or food processor.
- Add 1 tsp of lemon juice to the applesauce to prevent it from browning and enhance the flavor.
4. Combine Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, mix the applesauce with the dried fruit, nut mixture, and a pinch of salt.
- Add 30 ml of olive oil and stir until everything is well combined.
5. Chill the Mixture:
- Place the mixture in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up, making it easier to shape into cookies.
6. Shape and Bake:
- Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F).
- Shape the chilled mixture into cookie-sized portions and place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Lightly grease the paper with vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
7. Serve:
- Once baked, allow the cookies to cool on the tray.
- Serve and enjoy your delicious and healthy Nut and Dried Fruit Cookies!
Nutritional Information (per cookie, serves 8-10):
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Protein: 3 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fat: 6 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 6 g (from natural dried fruits)
- Sodium: 10 mg