Hazelnut Oatmeal Cookies

Is there a better combination than hazelnuts, nut butter and cookies?! These delicious, yet not too sweet, treats are the perfect vegan, dairy-free dessert to share! These cookies are baked from wholesome, plant-based ingredients, are simple to make, and taste delicious! Crunch on these vegan cookies to satisfy your sweet tooth while still respecting healthy life choices.

Vegan I Gluten-free

Serves: 10 - 12 cookies

Time: 35 minutes

Dry Ingredients

1/2 cup quick oats

1/2 cup rolled oats

1/2 cup almond flour

1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon

1 tsp. baking soda

1/4 - 1/2 tsp. salt

Wet Ingredients

2 ripe bannas

1/2 cup hazelnut butter

1 tsp. vanilla (optional)

1/2 cup dates, pitted & chopped

Preheat the oven to 175C/350F. Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper. Set aside.

To make the cookie mixture - In a large mixing bowl add all the dry ingredients. Stir to combine. Add the wet ingredients to the dry and mix well. Mash the banana using the back of a fork or potato masher.

Carefully form the mixture into cookies and place on the prepared baking sheet.

Tip: Form the cookies into patties about 1 inch thick and 2 - 4 inches round.

Bake for 14 - 16 minutes, until golden brown. Let rest until cool, allowing the cookies to set into shape.

To serve - Serve slightly warm and with any additional toppings: nut butter drizzle, coco shred sprinkle, etc.

To store - Keep 2 - 3 days in an airtight container.