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Vegan Trail Mix Cookies

Vegan Trail Mix Cookies That Spark Joy with Every Bite

These Vegan Trail Mix Cookies combine nuts, dried fruits, and chocolate for a delightful snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 27 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 cup Assorted nuts and seeds Can substitute with raw almonds or pecans
  • 2 cups Rolled oats Old-fashioned rolled oats are recommended
  • 1 cup Applesauce Acts as a binder
  • 1/2 cup Creamy almond butter Can use sunflower or pumpkin seed butter for nut-free option
  • 3/4 cup Brown sugar Coconut sugar or turbinado sugar can also work
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 1 1/2 cups All-purpose flour Consider whole wheat or gluten-free flour as alternatives
For the Mix-Ins
  • 1 cup Assorted dried fruits Chop smaller pieces for even distribution
  • 1/2 cup Vegan chocolate Chopped for a rich flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Spread the rolled oats, assorted nuts, and seeds on the baking sheet and toast for 10-12 minutes.
  3. Remove from the oven and let cool, then combine with chopped dried fruits and vegan chocolate.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, blend applesauce, almond butter, brown sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and baking powder.
  5. Gradually sift in the all-purpose flour and mix gently.
  6. Fold in the nut and dried fruit mixture until just combined.
  7. Cover and refrigerate the dough for about 2 hours.
  8. Scoop the dough into 12 disks and place on the baking sheet.
  9. Bake for 11-13 minutes or until golden brown around the edges.
  10. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Moisten hands when shaping cookies and chill the dough to maintain shape. Use high-quality ingredients for best flavor.

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