Nut and Dried Fruit Cookies Recipe

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