A healthy dessert, naturally sweetened by apples! 🍎✨
👩🍳 Ingredients:
1 cup (250 ml) oatmeal 🥣
240 g applesauce 🍏
50 g almonds 🌰
50 g walnuts 🌰
50 g dried cranberries 🫐
50 g raisins 🍇
2 tablespoons olive oil 🌿
1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional, for a spicy touch) 🍂
A pinch of salt 🧂 (optional, but enhances the flavors)
📝 Procedure:
Chop the Walnuts and Almonds: Use a knife or blender to chop 100 g walnuts and almonds (you can mix or choose just one variety). Leave a little texture for the crunchy finish! 🔪
Mix the Dried Fruit: In a large bowl, combine dried blueberries and raisins (or substitute with chopped dried apricots). These will give a natural sweetness to your cookies. 🫐🍇
Make the Apple Puree: Peel 240 g of apples, cut them into pieces and blend them until you get a smooth puree. Add 1 teaspoon of lemon juice for freshness and 2 tablespoons of olive oil to make the dough soft. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to let the puree rest. 🍏🍋
Make the Dough: In a large bowl, mix the oatmeal, chopped walnuts, dried fruit (blueberries and raisins) and apple puree. Add a pinch of cinnamon for an enveloping aroma and mix well until you get a compact dough. If it seems too dry, add a little water. 💧
Shape the Cookies: Using your hands, take small amounts of dough and form them into balls. Then flatten them slightly to obtain thin cookies. Place them on a baking sheet lined with baking paper. 🍪
Baking: You can bake the cookies in the oven at 180°C for about 15-20 minutes (or until they are golden and crispy) or in a pan on low heat for 5-7 minutes per side. The baked cookies will be drier and crispier, while the pan-fried ones will remain softer and juicier. 🔥
Finishing: Let the cookies cool on a rack and enjoy them when they are cold. If you like, add some chopped walnuts or a sprinkle of cinnamon on top for an extra touch!
💡 Tips:
Nuts: You can also add chopped hazelnuts or pistachios to change the taste!
Extra Sweetness: If you want the cookies to be sweeter, you can add a spoonful of honey or maple syrup. 🍯
Storage: Store the cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness. They will remain perfect for a week! 🗓️
Enjoy your meal and enjoy these healthy and delicious cookies!
