They were delicious the first time and even more so when I made them myself :). so delicious! How freaking easy and delicious! Got chopped dates at the local higher end grocery store and the almond meal the same. I used the food processor as recommended and would do so again. It sounds like either your dates weren’t very moist, your nut butter wasn’t runny/drippy, and/or they were slightly over-baked! However, I want to suggest adding a bit of sea salt to the recipe. We like this other vegan cookie we get at a bakery and this is the closest we have been able to get to that cookie. My husband loved them, too! That said, I made this recipe with minor modifications: Yes, Brazil is beautiful! Sweet, tender, simple, and perfect for holiday gatherings and beyond! I don’t eat added sugar and these are perfect as a little sweet, healthy and satisfying treat without packing a ton of sugar and dairy. Will be using this as my go to base recipe for cookies all the time! The last will correspond to the best of the two. Thanks for sharing this! Although, with each change, taste and adjust the flavor as needed since banana is so naturally sweet :D. just made these..so easy and the whole family loved them! It’s super helpful for us and other readers. You can also, Vegan Gluten Free Everything Breakfast Cookies, https://minimalistbaker.com/perfect-vegan-gluten-free-chocolate-chip-cookies/, https://minimalistbaker.com/gluten-free-oatmeal-chocolate-chip-cookies/, https://minimalistbaker.com/coconut-chocolate-chip-almond-meal-cookies/. I hope everyone tries it. Thanks for this recipe, the cookies turned out absolutely delicious! :). So yummy! Holy! I cannot wait to read the Detox Guide! These cookies are fabulous! They are wonderful. Every bite is such a treat! <3 Thank you so much for sharing. Same for everyone? Hi Dana, I cooked them until they were a little bit golden brown, so probably is the coconut oil as you said, Thanks! This was a really lovely cookie! Some family members are allergic to free but. So I tried sun butter and flax meal for a nut free alternative and they were delicious! Funny part was going to two stores prior to making the recipe looking for almond flour/meal, dates and tried trader joes which I thought for sure would have almond meal and dates but not so much. I will eat ALL of these and then make more for my loved ones! I definitely won . Bananas are tropical. Thanks for sharing! Many of your recipes have oil in them and I appreciate that you put subs for that but I was just wondering if possibly aquafaba might be a good substitute …….just in the liquid state. ;) Pinned. I simply ADORE your blog! Might they work as well as dates and what adjustments would you suggest? thanks for a simple and delicious recipe! Thanks for a great recipe :). 2) I wanted them a bit fluffier, so added one “flax egg”. Yum, these look amazing! After 3 weeks of no meat or dairy and low sugar, cravings for something “sweet” has taken on a whole new meaning. It’s the baker’s equivalent of a punching bag for stress. I love dairy butter, so I do not want to skip the butter. One of my go to’s now! We don’t like its taste. Thanks again. Celine! I was out of rolled oats, so I whizzed some (dry) quick-cook steel cut in the blender to make a course flour–again, the results were good. but not crunchy… I was wondering if I had followed your recipe the cookies could had been more crunchy? Tender, perfectly sweet, easy, and delicious! Fluffy snickerdoodle cookies made in 1 bowl. Do you have any suggestions for a substitute/replacement? I love the look of this recipe! I posted it on my blog too and forwarded for you =). We aren’t sure a mixer would work well for the dates, but for the remainder of the recipe, it should work. Perfect for holiday baking. First and last time I’m blending dates together, but I persevered by hand instead making these cookies very expensive and a little less effortless, and they turned out pretty amazing. SO much chocolate but no regrets. This recipe was a great excuse to work with aquafaba for the first time! Dates and almonds can be whirled into about anything: crust, cookies, pies, nut butters. Need help? Cookie time. ❤️ Was just curious, how many egg whites would you use for this recipe? Sep 13, 2019 - Simple, classic vegan sugar cookies made with just 1 bowl. You’ve done it again, Dana! Ok, 2nd batch with 18 min on a small cookie scoop amount worked best. Making these cookies for the second time! There are 2 of us in the house. i made a half batch of these the other night and promptly ate half of them straight out of the oven! After whipping the aquafaba, we add almond butter and avocado (or coconut) oil for additional moisture. Thanks for the lovely review, Mo! Maybe adding more almond meal? Do you think they would be ok without the bananas or do you recommend a substitution for the bananas? Those are extra and optional. Notify me of followup comments via e-mail. Amazing! You are my inspiration and I always look forward to having a look at your new recipes and pics. KAT. I have everything else at hand! Wow! Everyone loved them. Just made these for my gym friends and they were a hit!! Menu. Thanks so much for such a yummy vegan recipe! Thanks so much for your lovely review! FOLLOW US! Thanks for saying hello, Tricia! 5 stars! For every 1/2 cup of salted butter required, you can add ¼ teaspoon of salt. could i use grated zucchini? I have one question on the almond meal, do you buy that or make your own by blending up in a food processor or grinder? First batch as is then after reading reviews I subbed peacan meal for almond meal, 1/3 cup pumpkin for banana 1/4 cup of cruising for chocolate and added some of your pumpkin spice blend . In my family, there are 2 vegans, 1 vegetarian, and 3 meat eaters (one GF). I feel like these would also be good as raw bliss balls?? Many thanks to you. But who are we kidding? Highly recommended for ease and taste. Of course, if you don’t have a food processor you could still make these in a regular mixing bowl, but it’s way more fun to whirl it around with a blade until pulverized. Yep, 5 ingredients. I don’t have a food processor so the date chopping did take a while, but was completely worth it, and I used peanut butter in place of almond butter. Thank you. Hello! You will not be subscribed to our newsletter list. Not sure if you have any other suggestions ? The cookies are nearly gone today. Hi! Add banana and almond butter and mix again until combined, scraping down the sides as needed. We’re so glad you enjoyed! Let us know if you give it a try! The problem is that I am highly allergic to bananas. Wonderful – so glad you enjoyed them, Shawn! No oil, no added sugar, GF, and delicious. So you think I could estimate this recipe uses 1 egg (2 egg whites or 1/4 c aquafaba)? Not going to share. The pumpkin wasn’t as chewy and obviously didn’t have the banana flavor, more dense as well. 1/4 cup gluten-free flour blend (or sub unsweetened desiccated or shredded coconut, but cookies … Hello! Yes, that should work! I have made numerous batches for my co-workers! This look delicious, however I do not have any dates right now can I replace with maple syrup or something else ? Hi! I know they will open some colleagues’ eyes to how tasty vegan, gluten-free stuff can be at the ‘bake & bring’ tomorrow. Lovely recipe and so nice for the simplicity – much appreciated! Thanks again, Dana! We are so glad you enjoyed them! How would I go about this? But these cookies for my diet and taste amazing! I have been looking for substitute cookie recipe since changing diet to healthy eating…this ticks all the boxes..kids are thrilled..both asking for seconds. OMG, yes! Splash non-dairy milk. oops. I cracked some over the cookie pan before baking. Sometimes you just need a break from super sweet buttery cookies. Thanks again for this super flexible cookie! Although, with each change, taste and adjust the flavor as needed since banana is so naturally sweet :D. Hi Dana, could I use tahini instead of nut butter? And they can’t be overdosed on or you’ll prob be running to the potty. Mash in the bananas until well combined, and then add peanut butter, baking powder, baking soda, … You’re making vegan eating fun and easy! Check out this tutorial! Thank you. Especially if there’s no butter, sugar or flour! Do you think these might last up to a week without refrigeration? Hello! Would I be able to use a blender instead? I promise a review next time, but in the meantime… I have a big bag of organic dried figs sitting in my cupboard. These were delicious! I love them, but sometimes I just want my oats and nuts without any fruit fancying up the joint. So pleased. I added shredded coconut and dried cranberries and it was delicious. These vegan oatmeal cookies with peanut butter are my go-to sweet snack. I make lots of chickpeas so I always have aquafaba on hand. Eating as clean as possible, and….I LOVE YOUR BLOG! I’m trying this variation next! I added 2 tablespoons of ground flax seeds but other than that stuck to the recipe and they turned out delish. We’re so glad you enjoyed it, Teo! What more could you ask for?? Love these cookies. Get our copy of FAN FAVORITES featuring 20 of our most loved, highly-rated recipes! So smart, Shannon! I’m always on the look-out for healthier cookies because, um, I might eat cookies too often. I absolutely love your blog after just coming across it :). And was also thinking about adding raisins or cranberries? This looks yummy, and what a great way to use aquafaba! Yummmmmm. Is that even possible?? How it can be gluten free when you put oats inside? Merry Christmas! Hope you enjoy these, Melissa! I will be recreating these for sure. Hi Yvette, we haven’t tried freezing or adding dried raisins or cranberries, but they should freeze well up to 1 month! Can you use tahini instead of almond butter? I might have used to many dates since I just eyed what 1 cup might look like :) but either way, absolutely delicious! Will the baking time need to be adjusted in that case? Thanks for the lovely review and for sharing your modifications, Jenn. Looks like an amazing recipe. I just love these cookies! That’s OK! HEALTHY COOKIES! You’re on a roll with all the new recipes! We haven’t tried that particular replacement but that sounds promising! Would be extra yummy with some dark chocolate as well! I didn’t have any chocolate in, but added cacao nibs and a teeny bit of agave syrup, and worked well – have already eaten too many! xo, Subbed out almond meal for oat flour, and chopped dates for sultanas. Turned out perfectly :-). hello! Thanks! I have loved making so many of your delicious recipes! Yum! Fantastic! Can’t wait to make them. These cookies were amazing!!!!!! First comment here! Whipped aquafaba can be a great substitute for oil but we haven’t tried it in the liquid state, could be interesting! thank you! So I apologize, really, for complaining, but I am just so frustrated I am pulling my hair out. Can I use quinoa flour in this recipe? I was just hoping someone could tell me how long these could keep for (approx)? Aka little cockroaches! I’m Brazilian and I don’t know how to speak English yet, rsss, but I’ll try (if I make any mistake, please, correct me). Then chill dough for 10 minutes and preheat oven to 350 degrees F (176 C). Yes! Thank you, Dana! Thank you for sharing the recipe!!! Pinned! A couple ideas would be oat flour or coconut flour, though we have not tested those and don’t know exactly how it would turn out. Good if you’re finding a healthy cookie that is not only vegan friendly, but suitable for older generations too. These are beautiful and brilliant! So happy I found you guys and that you have gluten-free options. I made this today. Thanks! Hope you enjoy these, Maryea (beautiful name by the way). What would you recommend to sub in for those of us coeliacs who can’t have oats? If you cook your own chickpeas from scratch, is that liquid adequate for this kind of recipe? Who has time for traditional cookies? You can also subscribe without commenting. (or sub unsweetened desiccated or shredded coconut, but cookies will be less fluffy), (the brine/liquid in a can of chickpeas // if not vegan, sub egg whites), In a separate bowl, beat aquafaba (using a. Instead of almond meal, I added tiger nut flour and quick oats instead of rolled. Sprinkled some sesame seeds on too before baking. Then form the little disks. :) Thanks again from a former cookies from packages addict looking for healthier options. These are so delicious when warm and dipped in homemade. I will be using frozen blueberries, bananas, almond flour, oats, etc… thanks! Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies Minimalist Baker . We haven’t tried it with coconut flour and suspect that it would change the texture quite a bit. Today is my second time with these cookies. If you try this recipe, let us know! (via Vegan Pumpkin Pancakes Minimalist Baker Recipes) Skip to content. The only problem was that I didn’t stop at one, they were just too yummy. So glad to hear these were enjoyed by all. It turns out I am These were great. Larissa, How kind! Thanks for sharing. 24 cookies between 4 people don’t last very long at all – I think I will be baking another batch very soon :-). Came across this recipe and HAD to try it! These were delicious! These are simple to make and delicious! Ingredients. And if you love fig “newtons” you will like this variation. =). A stick blender did the job nicely on the dates. Let us show you how it’s done. Love these, but re: freezing them – do you freeze the cookie once baked (how do you reheat?) Great recipe! Requiring 10 ingredients, loaded with vegetables, + super delicious! Thanks for the lovely review, Deidra! 1 2/3 cups gluten-free flour blend*. xo, Just what I felt like on a Sunday afternoon with a cup of tea. I love how “clean” these are. Thank you!! Tender, perfectly sweet, easy, and delicious! In a large mixing bowl, stir together almond flour, oats, gluten-free flour, raisins, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and brown sugar. Chocolate chips? Appreciate your advise. Jan 31, 2017 - The best almond meal chocolate chip cookies made with 9 ingredients! Thanks for saying hi, Veronika :D. These were dee-lish! Otherwise, just let them set out for 10-15 minutes and they’ll be good to go. Roast them for 10-15 minutes at 350 F (176 C), then grind in a food processor until smooth! Thanks for reading from Brazil! I will try again! Glad you enjoyed them, Steph. Amazing! Go wild. Dec 21, 2018 - Simple, classic vegan sugar cookies made with just 1 bowl. https://minimalistbaker.com/coconut-chocolate-chip-almond-meal-cookies/. The second I left out the almond meal, peanut butter and dates but added tahini, cinnamon, extra banana and extra oats instead. :D. You are my hero. It had the consistency of scone, which doesn’t sound bad, but not salty enough, flavorful enough and they were dry. DATES!!! I guess the dates helps the cookies to stay soft. The first batch I used choc chips. I made two batches. They are not too sweet and are perfect for a treat. Yum! I also out a square of dark chocolate in the center of each one and mixed unsweetened coconut flakes in- delicious!! Can’t wait till your next book hits shelves in April! Thanks for sharing, Rebecca. I don’t have Aquafaba much at hand. I’ve also added a chunk of organic dark chocolate on top of each cookie, yum. Enjoy life is a specifically vegan brand of chocolate chips, however quite a bit of dark chocolate is also vegan. We are so glad you enjoyed them! Let us know how it goes! These are brilliant! What can you use in place of almond meal? So many recipes are using it now and I wondered if I could use them just with a sub? Let us know if you give it a try! I don’t use protein powder much anymore but it would make a nice addition to these. Thanks so much for sharing, Michelle! Hmm, maybe 2 flax eggs? And my non-vegan boys loved them too!! Delicious. Perhaps more oats? I’m making this again. 3 of us have tried to raise them in our homes (maryland and minnesota) with no success. Thanks again! Love this easy recipe…perfect for after a work out or run. That should work! After about 15 minutes in the oven these babes are ready for your mouth. Thank you! Totally! Bakery-worthy vegan matcha cookies. Let me know how it goes! I’m keeping these ingredients on hand and this recipe memorized so I can make them whenever. These came out amazing!!!!!!!! Harmony Chef. They are so yummy especially just a few minutes after they’re out of the oven. This is such a cool method of making cookies — very forgiving of substitutions. Also, the coconut oil may have made them a little tender. xo. :). So I am looking for a cookie recipe made with almond meal without egg. Great but the dates really overcome the taste of the cookies.. more like date cookies. Delicious! Yes! so good! Ooh, I have all of these things! I love all of your recipes. It’s the brine from a can of chickpeas, and when whipped, it’s practically magic how much fluffiness and binding it provides, similar to whipped egg whites. ❤️. I replaced the almond meal with homemade pecan meal and I think it was a tiny bit more buttery, but turned out great! Thanks again, Dana! What?! Definitely a keeper — thank you! Let us know if you give it a try! Thanks for posting this, I am really excited to try it! :). Can I substitute or leave out the oats for this recipe? 0:53. Scrape your dough into a mixing bowl. And how about cashew meal instead of almonds? Trending My readers are currently loving... Browse categories Search for a recipe About Tajda Hi and welcome aboard! xo. Next time, would you mind leaving a rating with your review? Vegan Oatmeal Cookies (GF) | Minimalist Baker Recipes. TOTALLY makin’ em. recently came across your site and love your recipes. They are now all gone as everyone loved them. xo – Dana. Hoping to beat this bugger! Also….just a note; I think I will try this but add some kind of protein supplement. Therefore, I would still recommend using almond meal (which I just grind from raw almonds). I grind my own! With no choc it’s very mild in sweetness and yet very flavorful. Wow! Yes I think that should work, though we haven’t tried it! I love simple recipes like this! Thanks for sharing a lovely review and such helpful modifications, Winnie! Would you mind if I shared your blog on my own blog? Dates are kind of the glue that holds it all together. Thanks a lot for the recipe. I used dark chocolate peanut butter instead of almond butter and cos the rolled oats I could find was too big a package I used oat bran instead. I just made a batch and they turned out delicious! Need help? What might have went wrong? Let us know if you try it! I loved these! For reference, you get 1 ¼ cups (approximately) of almond flour using 1 cup blanched almonds. Hope that helps! Hi! The batter comes together in a food processor! Our FREE 49-Page Fan Favorites e-Book has 20 recipes we think you’ll LOVE! I folded in cranberries, dark chocolate pieces and pecans & this is some heavenly nonsense!!! Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown and somewhat firm to the touch. thanks for the inspiration…. Thanks for the recipe! I would think a grated apple or perhaps even pumpkin puree would work? I don’t have a food processor so I used my hand blender, totally worked out. These look delicious, can’t wait to try! just made these! I cannot eat nuts though, is there something i could substitute the almond meal with?