Autumn Harvest Energy Cookies
Indulge in the wholesome goodness of our Autumn Harvest Energy Cookies! This delightful recipe offers a naturally sweet treat without any added sugar, featuring a delightful blend of chopped dates, apples, and plump raisins, all bringing the essence of fall into your kitchen. Rounding out this powerhouse of flavor are nuts that add a satisfying crunch, while warm spices like cinnamon awaken your senses. Perfect for snacking, these cookies offer a nourishing option that makes for a fantastic dessert or a quick energy boost any time of the day. Enjoy these guilt-free cookies that the whole family will love!
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Servings
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Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
dates
1/2 cup (chopped)
apple
1/2 cup (chopped)
raisins
1 cup (plumped in water)
water
1 cup (for simmering)
eggs
3 (beaten)
shortening
1/2 cup (softened)
nuts
1/2 cup (chopped (your choice))
baking soda
1 teaspoon (none)
cinnamon
1 teaspoon (none)
vanilla
1 teaspoon (none)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (none)
flour
1 1/2 cups (none)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a small saucepan, combine the chopped dates, chopped apples, and raisins with 1 cup of water. Simmer for about 3 minutes until the fruits are softened and plump.
3
Remove the pot from heat and allow the mixture to cool. Once cooled, drain the fruit mixture, discarding the cooking water.
4
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Set this mixture aside.
5
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the eggs and shortening until smooth. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
6
Carefully stir in the cooled fruit mixture until evenly distributed.
7
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Gently fold in the chopped nuts of your choice.
8
Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to help firm it up for scooping.
9
Using a rounded tablespoon, drop spoonfuls of the dough onto a lightly greased cookie sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
10
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are nicely browned.
11
Once baked, remove from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
12
Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container in a cool place.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Autumn Harvest Energy Cookies?
Autumn Harvest Energy Cookies are a naturally sweet, wholesome snack featuring a blend of dates, apples, raisins, and nuts with warm fall spices.
Do these cookies contain added sugar?
No, these cookies are sugarless and rely on the natural sweetness of chopped dates, apples, and raisins.
What fruits are used in the Autumn Harvest Energy Cookies?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of chopped dates, 1/2 cup of chopped apples, and 1 cup of raisins.
How do I prepare the fruit for the cookie dough?
You simmer the dates, apples, and raisins in 1 cup of water for about 3 minutes until softened, then drain and cool before adding to the dough.
What is the recommended baking temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How long do the energy cookies need to bake?
The cookies should bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are nicely browned.
Is there a specific type of nut recommended?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of chopped nuts of your choice, allowing you to customize the crunch.
How many ingredients are required for this recipe?
There are 12 ingredients including fruits, nuts, pantry staples like flour, and warm spices.
Should the cookie dough be chilled before baking?
Yes, you should chill the dough in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to help firm it up for easier scooping.
Are these cookies suitable for kids?
Yes, they are a wholesome and guilt-free snack that the whole family will love.
What leavening agent is used in this recipe?
One teaspoon of baking soda is used to help the cookies rise.
What provides the fat content in these cookies?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of softened shortening.
How much flour is needed for the Autumn Harvest Energy Cookies?
The recipe requires 1 1/2 cups of flour.
Can I eat these for a quick energy boost?
Yes, these cookies are designed to be a nourishing option for a quick energy boost any time of day.
How many eggs does the recipe call for?
The recipe uses 3 beaten eggs.
What spices are used for flavor?
The recipe features 1 teaspoon of cinnamon and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
Should I grease the baking sheet?
Yes, you should drop the dough onto a lightly greased cookie sheet.
What size should the cookies be when placed on the pan?
Use a rounded tablespoon to drop spoonfuls of dough onto the sheet.
How should I store the finished cookies?
Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container in a cool place.
Why do I need to simmer the fruit in water?
Simmering plumps the raisins and softens the dates and apples to ensure a moist cookie texture.
Do I keep the water after simmering the fruit?
No, you should drain the fruit mixture and discard the cooking water once the fruit has cooled.
What indicates that the cookies are done?
The cookies are finished when the edges are nicely browned.
Should the cookies cool on the baking sheet?
Allow them to cool slightly on the sheet before transferring them to a wire rack to finish cooling.
Are these cookies considered a healthy dessert?
Yes, they are described as a nourishing and wholesome dessert option without added sugar.
Can I use whole wheat flour instead?
While the recipe calls for flour, you can experiment with whole wheat for a more rustic, high-fiber cookie.
Is there salt in this recipe?
Yes, 1/2 teaspoon of salt is included to balance the flavors.
What tags define this recipe's style?
It is tagged as cookies, sugarless, healthy, fall, snack, and wholesome.
Can I add more cinnamon?
Yes, you can adjust the warm spices to your personal preference for a stronger fall flavor.
How much vanilla is used?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
Is this a simple recipe for beginners?
Yes, it is tagged as simple and uses basic kitchen techniques like simmering and creaming.