Ingredients
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the filling :
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1 cup pitted dates (about 10-12)
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cup unsweetened almond milk
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cup melted coconut oil or maple syrup (optional)
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1 ripe medium -sized avocado
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of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
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teaspoon vanilla extract
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cup rolled oats or gluten-free oat flour
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1/3 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
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1/3 cup chia seeds
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cup unsweetened shredded coconut
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the chocolate drizzle:
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1 tablespoon cocoa powder
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1 -2 tablespoons water
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teaspoon maple syrup
Directions
Sub-title: A delicious, nutritious, and exotic dessert that captures the essence of African cuisine!
Description: This one-of-a-kind vegan dessert combines the sweetness of dates, creaminess of avocado, tanginess of lemon juice, crunchiness of pecans, and richness of cacao powder to create a scrumptious treat that will leave your taste buds begging for more! Plus, it’s budget-friendly, gluten-free, high-protein, low-carb, kid-friendly, oil-free, quick & easy, raw, seasonal, soy-free, superfoods, vegan, whole foods plant-based, and zero waste!
Ingredients:
For the filling:
1 cup pitted dates (about 10-12)
½ cup unsweetened almond milk
⅓ cup melted coconut oil or maple syrup (optional)
1 ripe medium-sized avocado
Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
¾ cup rolled oats or gluten-free oat flour
1/3 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
1/3 cup chia seeds
¼ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
For the chocolate drizzle:
1 tablespoon cocoa powder
1-2 tablespoons water
½ teaspoon maple syrup
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a small baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a blender or food processor, combine the filling ingredients (dates, almond milk, optional coconut oil/maple syrup mixture, avocado, lemon juice, and vanilla extract). Blend until smooth and creamy.
3. Transfer the filling mixture to a bowl and stir in the rolled oats, chopped nuts, and chia seeds. Mix well.
4. Divide the filling mixture into four equal portions and roll each portion into a ball using wet hands. Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet.
5. Bake for about 15 minutes or until slightly golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
6. For the chocolate drizzle, whisk together the cocoa powder, water, and maple syrup in a small bowl until smooth.
7. Using a fork, dip the bottom of each cookie ball into the chocolate mixture and allow any excess to drip off. Then place back onto the baking sheet.
8. Sprinkle the top of each cookie with unsweetened coconut flakes or more chopped nuts if desired.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Serves: 4
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 350mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 10% DV | Vitamin C: 10% DV | Calcium: 4% DV | Iron: 2% DV
Total Time Needed: 40-45 minutes (including prep and baking)
Note: If you prefer a thicker filling, use only ½ cup of almond milk and increase the amount of melted coconut oil or maple syrup to 2 tablespoons.
Steps
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1
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a small baking sheet with parchment paper. |
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In a blender or food processor, combine the filling ingredients (dates, almond milk, optional coconut oil/maple syrup mixture, avocado, lemon juice, and vanilla extract). Blend until smooth and creamy. |
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Transfer the filling mixture to a bowl and stir in the rolled oats, chopped nuts, and chia seeds. Mix well. |
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Divide the filling mixture into four equal portions and roll each portion into a ball using wet hands. Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet. |
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Bake for about 15 minutes or until slightly golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool completely. |
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6
Done
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For the chocolate drizzle, whisk together the cocoa powder, water, and maple syrup in a small bowl until smooth. |
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7
Done
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Using a fork, dip the bottom of each cookie ball into the chocolate mixture and allow any excess to drip off. Then place back onto the baking sheet. |
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Sprinkle the top of each cookie with unsweetened coconut flakes or more chopped nuts if desired. Difficulty Level: Easy Serves: 4 Nutrition Facts (per serving): Total Time Needed: 40-45 minutes (including prep and baking) Note: If you prefer a thicker filling, use only ½ cup of almond milk and increase the amount of melted coconut oil or maple syrup to 2 tablespoons. |
